what is the key case for privity
dunlop v Selfridges
definition of privity
When only those who are a party to a contract are bound by it and can benefit from it.
what was established in Jackson v horizon holidays
all family members can claim despite not being named on the contract
what is the case for a 3rd party agency being liable via privity? and collateral contracts?
shanklin peir v detel
what are the general exceptions for privity (someone not being named in the contract)
agency and collateral contracts (shanklin per v detel)
what is the statue for privity
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) act 1999
What is section one of the contract rights of third parties act 1999?
a third party can enforce a contract If
- they are expressly names within the contract
- the contract expressly provides that the third party may enforce he contract
