Contract & Commercial Law Update 2026 for Contract Drafters & In-House Counsel

Introduction

This course sets out the latest caselaw developments with a lively interactive approach for delegates involved in drafting, reviewing or litigating contracts.

What You Will Learn

This course will cover the following:

• Repeated invoices - course of dealing
• Conflicting terms - the solution
• Auto amendment for out of date references
• Price adjustment after the event
• Another twist in the development of good faith
• When is a condition precedent not a condition precedent?
• Effective capping per claim
• Negative warranties - when are they effective?
• Is there any point to drafting persistent breach?
• How to decide if the breach is incapable of remedy
• Liquidated damages - out for a judicial spin
• Focusing indemnities in the agreement
• Service of notices clauses under the microscope