Chalmers and Guest on Bills of Exchange and Cheques

Chalmers & Guest's "Bills of Exchange Act 1882 and the Cheques Act 1957" is a comprehensive guide to the law and practice of bills of exchange, cheques, and promissory notes. It provides a section-by-section commentary on the primary legislation, precedents, and common situations, and covers legal capacity, consideration, transfer, holder duties, liabilities, discharge, lost, destroyed, or split bills, and crossed cheques. It also examines the applicable law in different jurisdictions and the changes introduced by the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015.

Format: Hardback
Publication date: 31 December 2023
Publisher: Sweet & Maxwell Ltd

Chalmers & Guest's comprehensive guide to the Bills of Exchange Act 1882 and the Cheques Act 1957 is a vital resource for legal practitioners seeking to navigate the complex world of bills of exchange, cheques, and promissory notes. This invaluable guide offers a thorough and detailed exploration of the primary legislation, providing a section-by-section commentary on the Bills of Exchange Act 1882 and the Cheques Act 1957. It delves into the intricate provisions of the legislation, offering insightful opinion and guidance on how to comply with its requirements.

Furthermore, Chalmers & Guest's guide includes a selection of precedents that assist readers in understanding the legal implications of various situations and court proceedings. It illustrates common scenarios where problems may arise and provides practical solutions to address them. The book also covers legal capacity for entering into payment contracts, the distinction between consideration and contract law, the transfer of bills, the general duties of the holder, the liabilities of the parties, the discharge of bills, lost, destroyed, or split bills, crossed cheques, and the applicable law in different jurisdictions.

In addition, Chalmers & Guest's guide reflects the recent changes introduced by the Small Business, Enterprise, and Employment Act 2015, particularly in relation to electronic payment of bills. This updated edition ensures that legal practitioners are well-informed about the latest developments in this field.

Overall, Chalmers & Guest's guide to the Bills of Exchange Act 1882 and the Cheques Act 1957 is an essential tool for legal professionals, providing comprehensive guidance on the law and practice relating to bills of exchange, cheques, and promissory notes. Its detailed analysis, practical examples, and precedents make it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to navigate the complex world of commercial transactions.

ISBN-13: 9780414067233
Edition number: 19 ed