The second edition of Bailment has been long awaited. The doctrines of the law of bailment have extended beyond the realm of goods to documents which confer or carry a right to goods, even to money.
The discussion on points of interest has been enhanced.
A vast array of authorities from Commonwealth jurisdictions and the United States are considered and, where appropriate, discussed at length.
Examination of the law relating to pledges and pawns.
Revision of the section on Carriage of Goods by Road, Air and Rail.
Expansion of the section on bailment and sale to take account of reservation of title.
Extensive examination and discussion of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982, the Consumer Protection Act 1987, the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977 as well as an analysis of the (New South Wales) Contract Review Act 1980.