Fundamentals of Russian Contract law

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Fundamentals of Russian Contract law

Saratov : Издательский центр «Наука», 2021.

The purpose of this short manual: to acquaint the reader who speaks English, but doesn`t know Russian, with fundamentals of contract law in Russia, with its most vital concepts and principles. The fundamental issues of contractual law of Russia are also considered: the conclusion, execution, alteration, termination of the contract, methods of ensuring the fulfillment of an obligation, the liability for the breach of a contract. At the end of the manual, some additional resources are provided, the study of which may help to better understand Russian contract law.

This study guide is intended for English-speaking students and lecturers of law universities, graduate students and researchers, practicing lawyers, as well as anyone interested in the issues of contract law of various states.

Research target: Law

Priority areas: law

Language: English

Keywords: contract law civil contract Russian civil law

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