Subjects:

Contract Law

Contents:

The object of interpretation.

The materials available.

Law and precedent.

The meaning of words.

Implied terms.

The canons of construction.

Ambiguity and uncertainty.

Mistakes and inconsistencies.

Preliminary parts of a deed.

Parcels and the subject matter of the contract.

Exemption clauses.

Certificates, consents and similar clauses.

Stipulations as to time.

Conditions and unconditional obligations.

Penalties, termination and forfeiture clauses.

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