Lock-outs: the purchaser's remedy

Article Abstract:

The decision of the House of Lords in Walford v Miles (1992) 1 EGLR 207 was very significant in indicating that a 'lock-out' agreement which obliges a vendor to make a commitment to a prospective purchaser not to negotiate with anyone else can constitute a legally binding contract. It is likely that prospective purchasers who find that a property may be sold to someone else will wish to stop such a deal going ahead. This could present legal complications, as reflected in Tye v House (1997) 41 EG 160.

Real Estate, Real Estate and Rental and Leasing, Real estate industry

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Basic requirements

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the law governing the enforcement of building contracts are discussed. The rulings by the House of Lords on the recovery of damages for a breach of contract are examined in detail.

Interpretation and construction, Building law, Building codes

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Losing out in the race

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the liability of solicitors to pay damages to contract race losers. The calculation of damages and the factors on which they are based are discussed.

Damages, Damages (Law)

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