| Description |
xxi, 215 pages ; 25 cm |
| Contents |
1. Introduction -- 2. Construction as a means of corrective interpretation -- 3. Historical developments in the equitable doctrine of rectification -- 4. Three fundamental principles of rectification -- 5. Rectification for mistakes in recording agreements -- 6. Rectification for mistakes made during the formation of an agreement -- 7. Re-examining cases of unilateral mistake -- 8. Rectification for fraud -- 9. Rectification of deeds poll and voluntary transactions -- 10. Conclusions |
| Summary |
This book is concerned with the equitable doctrine of rectification and primarily covers rectification of contractual documents. It seeks to clarify and classify all aspects of the doctrine, by closely engaging with the leading modern cases, and seeking to place them in the context of fundamental principle - including where they depart from principle |
| Analysis |
Australian |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Equitable remedies
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Mistake (Law)
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Legal documents
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Legal composition
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Remedies (Law)
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Contracts
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Reformation of instruments
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| Author |
Hoffmann, L. H. (Leonard Hubert), writer of foreword
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| ISBN |
9781760022365 |
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