Publisher's Synopsis
Elements of the Law of Negotiable Contracts is a legal treatise written by Elias Finley Johnson in 1898. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the law of negotiable contracts, which includes the law governing promissory notes, bills of exchange, and checks. The author explains the principles underlying negotiable instruments and their use in commercial transactions. The book is organized into ten chapters, each of which covers a specific topic related to negotiable contracts. The first chapter provides an introduction to negotiable instruments and their history. The second chapter discusses the essential elements of negotiability, including the requirements for a valid negotiable instrument. The following chapters cover topics such as the transfer of negotiable instruments, the rights and liabilities of parties to negotiable instruments, and the discharge of negotiable instruments. The book also covers the law of checks, including the rights and liabilities of banks and their customers. Throughout the book, the author cites relevant case law and statutes to illustrate the principles of negotiable contracts. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both legal professionals and non-lawyers. Overall, Elements of the Law of Negotiable Contracts is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the law governing negotiable instruments and their use in commercial transactions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
