What constitutes contract law? Contract law is a body of law that regulates and governs agreements that are legally binding between parties. Contract law is intended to provide clarity and structure around what happens when a contract is formed, and how each party isexecuted in relation to the other in accordance with the terms of the contract.

What are the elements of a contract that are necessary for it to be enforceable? For a contract to be legally-binding and enforceable, it must include certain elements. These elements include: an offer, an acceptance of the offer, consideration (payment, goods, services, etc.), and the intention to create a legal relationship.

What state law governs contract law in the state of New York? The state of New York's contracts are governed by New York State General Obligations Law. This law applies to most contract types, and covers the formation of a contract, the performance of the contract, breach of the contract, and damages for breach of the contract.

What are the common types of contracts that involve business dealings? Common types of contracts involved in business dealings include: employment contracts, sales contracts, leases, supply contracts, real estate contracts, insurance contracts, and service contracts.

What duties are implied in contracts? Generally, all contracts are assumed to have certain implied duties. These include the duty of good faith and fair dealing, the duty to use reasonable efforts, and the duty of loyalty.

What remedies are available if a contract is breached? When a contract is breached, the remedies available typically depend on the type and severity of the breach. Remedies could include, for example, monetary damages, specific performance (forcing one party to complete its contractual obligations), or cancellation of the agreement.

Are there any defenses to a breach of contract? Yes. Some common defenses to a breach of contract include: impossibility (due to a change of circumstances outside of the parties' control), duress (one party was forced to enter the contract by coercion), estoppel (one party was induced to enter the contract by false statements), and unconscionability (an unreasonable contract).

What types of contract disputes may arise? Common types of contract disputes include: disputes related to interpretation of the contract, disputes related to breach of contract, disputes related to payment of contract, and disputes related to breach of contract.

What is the statute of limitations for filing a contract dispute? In New York State, the general statute of limitations for filing a contract dispute is either six years or three years, depending on the type of claim.

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