Common Law Principles of Contract Rescission: Fundamental principles governing how and when contracts can be rescinded under English common law, including grounds such as misrepresentation, duress, and undue influence
Law Reform (Frustrated Contracts) Act 1943: Legislation governing situations where contract performance becomes impossible or radically different from what was originally contemplated
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation protecting consumer rights in contracts, including rights to cancel and circumstances for contract termination
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Regulations covering information requirements and cancellation rights for consumer contracts, particularly relevant for distance selling
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Legislation protecting consumers from unfair commercial practices which might affect contract validity
Sale of Goods Act 1979: Legislation governing contracts for the sale of goods, including conditions for contract termination and rights of rejection
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation covering contracts for supply of goods and services, including quality standards and breach remedies
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Statute governing remedies for misrepresentation in contracts, including rights of rescission
Limitation Act 1980: Legislation setting time limits for bringing legal actions, including claims for contract rescission
Restitutio in Integrum: Equitable principle requiring parties to be restored to their original position before the contract was made when rescission occurs
Doctrine of Laches: Equitable principle that may bar rescission if there has been unreasonable delay in bringing the claim
