Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental legislation governing property transactions and contracts in England and Wales, establishing basic principles for property dealings.
Contract (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Legislation that reforms the doctrine of privity of contract, allowing third parties to enforce terms of contracts in certain circumstances.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation protecting consumer rights in contracts, including rules about goods, services, and digital content.
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Regulations governing information requirements and cancellation rights in consumer contracts, particularly relevant for distance selling.
Statute of Frauds 1677: Historic legislation requiring certain types of contracts and authorizations to be evidenced in writing to be enforceable.
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Legislation establishing the legal status of electronic signatures and communications in contract formation.
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Post-Brexit data protection legislation governing the processing and handling of personal data in the UK.
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, working alongside UK GDPR to regulate personal data handling.
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulations implementing anti-money laundering measures and due diligence requirements for certain transactions.
Common Law Agency Principles: Legal principles established through case law governing the relationship between principal and agent, including scope of authority and delegation rules.
