Sales and Leases of Goods in a Nutshell


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Scope and Applicability of Uniform Commercial Code Article 2 on Sales and Article 2A on Leases; Principal Concepts Defined; Formation of the Contract; the Statute of Frauds and Parol Evidence; Modification of Contract; Terms of the Contract, Including Regulation of Terms by Unconscionability; Documents of Title and Letters of Credit as Used in Transactions; Performance of the Contract; Title and Rights of Third Parties; Risk of Loss; Warranties; Remedies for Breach and Default.




Sales and Leases of Goods in a Nutshell


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"The fifth edition of Sales and Leases of Goods in a Nutshell is an invaluable resource for those studying Articles 2 and 2A of the UCC. The Nutshell begins with a discussion of when Article 2 versus Article 2A applies to a transaction; the relationship among Articles 2, 2A, and 9; and the predominant purpose test. Early chapters cover contract formation; the Statute of Frauds and the parol evidence rule; assignment and delegation; warranties, including a short discussion of Magnuson-Moss; unconscionability; and good faith purchasers, subsequent lessees, and sublessees. The last half of the Nutshell begins with performance issues, such as the perfect tender rule; acceptance, rejection, and revocation of acceptance; cure; risk of loss; and excuse. Anticipatory repudiation and the adequate assurance doctrine are covered. The Nutshell closes with an extensive examination of the remedy provisions of Article 2 and 2A, as well as the UCC’s rules on the liquidation and limitation of remedies." -- Publisher.




Land Use in a Nutshell


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Principles of Sales Law


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This book provides a comprehensive introduction to Articles 1 and 2 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). It provides a useful resource for students and practitioners dealing with sales or contract issues. Students of contracts or sales and any practitioner dealing with sales or contracts issues will profit from this book's use.




International Investment Arbitration in a Nutshell


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Foreign direct investment ("FDI") is a key pillar of the world's global economy. International investment law comprises the rules regarding the protection of investors engaging in FDI activities. This book summarizes the current legal regime of international investment protection and the challenges that lie ahead of it. Its ambition is to provide a concise introduction to the key substantive and procedural standards of international investment protection.




Problems and Materials on the Sale and Lease of Goods


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Buy a new version of this Connected Casebook and receive access to the online e-book, practice questions from your favorite study aids, and an outline tool on CasebookConnect, the all in one learning solution for law school students. CasebookConnect offers you what you need most to be successful in your law school classes-- portability, meaningful feedback, and greater efficiency. Clear, lucid, and extremely accessible, Problems and Materials on the Sale and Lease of Goods, Eighth Edition by Douglas J. Whaley and Stephen M. McJohn helps students understand black letter law and the statutory language of Articles 2, 2A, 5, and 7 in the Uniform Commercial Code and related federal statutes. A sensible, flexible organization follows the order of the UCC, and is adaptable to many teaching styles. Drawing on experience in both teaching and writing, the authors provide thorough and practical coverage using a popular problems approach. The text's effective format, manageable length, and inclusion of the most important cases make Problems and Materials on the Sale and Lease of Goods concise and efficient. New to the Eighth Edition: New cases in most chapters examining hot topics Expanded discussion of boilerplate clauses Review Questions added as a summary to each chapter Updates discussion of Restatement 3d changes to strict product liability standards Professors and students will benefit from: Concise, effective format--makes black letter law accessible and helps students understand statutory language in the Uniform Commercial Code Thorough and up-to-date coverage Sensible, flexible organization--follows the order of UCC Articles 2, 2A, 5, and 7 Adaptability to many teaching styles Popular problems approach--straightforward and practical problems, with interesting fact patterns, illustrate the relevant issues and their resolution and help to put the commercial sales statutes and regulations into context Distinguished authorship--draws on experience in both teaching and writing Manageable length and clear writing style Case selection--the most important cases are selected to illustrate the reactions of the courts to pressing issues CasebookConnect features: ONLINE E-BOOK Law school comes with a lot of reading, so access your enhanced e-book anytime, anywhere to keep up with your coursework. Highlight, take notes in the margins, and search the full text to quickly find coverage of legal topics. PRACTICE QUESTIONS Quiz yourself before class and prep for your exam in the Study Center. Practice questions from Examples & Explanations, Emanuel Law Outlines, Emanuel Law in a Flash flashcards, and other best-selling study aid series help you study for exams while tracking your strengths and weaknesses to help optimize your study time. OUTLINE TOOL Most professors will tell you that starting your outline early is key to being successful in your law school classes. The Outline Tool automatically populates your notes and highlights from the e-book into an editable format to accelerate your outline creation and increase study time later in the semester.







Products Liability in a Nutshell


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Definition of Product; Definitions of Defect, Including Restatement 2d Torts and Restatement 3d Product Liability; Definition of Sale; Breakdown of Privity; Statutory Violations; Bases of Liability Including Negligence, Warranty and Strict Liability; Potential Plaintiffs; Potential Defendants Including Manufacturers, Distributors, Lessors, Realtors, Successor Corporations and Providers of Services; Contribution and Indemnity; Reliance; Disclaimers; Solely Economic Loss; Notice of Breach; Jurisdiction; Statutory Compliance; Contract Specifications Defense; Statutes of Limitations; Statutory Changes; Production, Design and Warning Claims; Misrepresentation; Causation; Subsequent Remedial Measures; Spoliation; Expert Testimony.




Alternative Dispute Resolution in a Nutshell


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The Second Edition of Alternative Dispute Resolution in a Nutshell brings readers recent information on developments in the field of ADR. In recent years, ADR has undergone extraordinary growth with a significant increase in federal and state legislation, court rules, and professional and ethical standards. The Second Edition informs readers of these developments, provides an expanded bibliography at the end of each chapter, and contains several new appendices including the Revised Uniform Arbitration Act.




Video Game Law in a Nutshell


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Video Game Law in a Nutshell provides legal practitioners and game developers with a concise, easy-to-use guide for navigating the complexities of developing, publishing and distributing video games. Starting with content creation and ending with esports, this text explores every aspect of a game's life cycle, covering a diverse range of useful topics including monetization, IP protection, game engine licensing, privacy, player management, dealing with malicious actors, and much, much more. Written by industry veterans and adjunct law professors, Dan Nabel and Bill Chang, this work offers unparalleled insights and practical tips derived from actual, real-world experience.