Designed for the new paralegal, Contract Law Fundamentals, 1e is a case book and was written to reflect the black-letter law of contracts. It takes a straight forward approach and helps readers develop an understanding of the essence of contract law. A variety of edited cases are included throughout the book, and reflect classic contract law and contemporary rulings in different industries and states.  Classic contract law cases and contemporary cases are included such as: Harms v. Northland Ford Dealers, (S.D. 1999); Hill-Shafer Partnership v. The Chilson Family Trust, (Ariz. 1990); Lucy v. Zehmer (Va. 1954); Sefton v. Hewitt (2004); Newmark v. Gimbels, Inc. (N.J. 1969); Leonard v. PepsiCo., Incl (S.D.N.Y. 1999); USAA v. ADT Sec. Serv. Inc (Ky. 2006). Divided into sections on common law contracts, the Uniform Commercial Code, and section on contract drafting which offers some practical considerations when drafting contracts. Should provide anyone involved with the tools to operate in today’s world with an appreciation for the role of contracts.