Need help with contract clauses, but only got a few minutes?

An alphabetical, quick-access guide to all you need to know: The purpose and effect of common clauses, explaining the relevance of each, with illustrative examples.

Now covers: The meaning of: ‘Breach’ ‘Substantial’ and ‘material’ in clauses for termination ‘Beyond reasonable control’ in force majeure cases When a priority of terms clause will operate Whether rules applying to penalties also apply to deposits The legal effectiveness of ‘no amendment’ or ‘no variation’ clauses Legal frameworks and how the courts will view such clauses during a dispute New legislation such as the Consumer Rights Act 2015, the General Data Protection Regulations 2016 and the Trade Secrets Directive

Also includes: A step-by-step commentary Examples of best practice in different situations Detailed notes on each type of boilerplate clause A summary of relevant law, including statutory definitions and case law Precedents available as electronic downloads