Chapter 9 – Legality

Learning Objectives

After studying this chapter, you should be able to:

  1. Identify the types of contracts that are illegal.
  2. Explain the various types of bargains made illegal by statute.
  3. Explain the various types of bargains made illegal by public policy.
  4. Describe how courts deal with disputes concerning illegal contracts.
  5. Analyze whether the element of legality is present in an attempt to contract.

This chapter covers:

9.1 General Perspectives on Illegality

9.2 Agreements in Violation of Statute

9.3 Bargains Made Illegal by Common Law

9.4  Exceptions to Illegality

Chapter 9 Exercises and References

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