The law of trusts is undeniably difficult. Almost every topic is complicated by demanding intellectual problems, and academics and judges alike disagree about possible solutions. A book which claims to make trusts easy is, in the words of the author, 'a book for fools or the gullible.' What this text aims to do is make the law of trusts possible, explaining from first principles what trusts is about and providing the student with an understanding not only of the law, but of the important academic controversies surrounding it. Lists of 'must re…

Craig's bold approach to administrative law has stimulated thought and discussion amongst all those interested in the subject. This edition continues to help students to gain a thorough understanding of this conceptually difficult area of law. There is complete and detailed discussion of the law, placing it within its historical, social and political framework. Administrative policies and judicial decisions are analysed and the difficult, controversial questions which they raise are explored, with solutions offered. There are invaluable compari…

Pearce and Stevens: The Law of Trusts and Equitable Obligations offers students a stimulating, contemporary perspective on a subject which is often perceived to be anachronistic, dry, abstract, academic, remote and difficult. It provides comprehensive coverage of the syllabuses for the overwhelming majority of degree level courses on the law of equity and trusts. This third edition of Pearce and Stevens: The Law of Trusts and Equitable Obligations has been substantially revised to take into account the many significant developments that have…

This text contains a wide range of relevant, interesting case law, statutory material, academic extracts and official proposals for law reform. In a subject that is heavily case based, the contents of Todd & Watt's Cases and Materials on Equity and Trusts provide a complete source of reference to students. The book is set out in a logical structure which corresponds to the typical undergraduate course in equity and trusts, with materials linked by engaging commentary and stimulating questions together with suggestions for further study. The…

Clearly written and focused on the key themes of an undergraduate course in trusts, this book has been thoroughly updated and re-worked to enhance accessibility whilst stimulating thought and insight for students. Complex issues are explained clearly but without over-simplification. New material on equity, pensions, proprietary estoppel, charity, and constructive trusts is included to bring the book in line with modern courses on trusts and to engage students in real-life issues for debate. As a further aide to understanding, expanded furth…

Trust is an important factor in risk management, affecting judgements of risk and benefit, technology acceptance and other forms of cooperation. In this book, the world's leading risk researchers explore all aspects of trust as it relates to risk management and communication. Drawing on a wide variety of disciplinary approaches and empirical case studies (on topics such as mobile phone technology, well-known food accidents and crises, wetland management, smallpox vaccination, cooperative risk management of US forests and the disposal of the Bre…

Sets out, in a simple but logical fashion, the principles governing the law of trusts in Scotland. Taking account of developments including: * New rules on administration and supervision of charitable trusts * Extention of the cy pr'es concept contained in the Law Reform (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Scotland) Act 1990 * New statutory rules contained in the Recognition of Trusts Act 1987

Trusts and Equity demystifies this complex subject through clear explanation and focus on contemporary applications of the trust. It gives students the most relevant material at their fingertips, presenting all the essentials of the law alongside summaries of the key cases.

"Understanding Equity and Trusts" is a sister text to Dr. Hudson's heavyweight textbook "Equity and Trusts" and aims to give those unfamiliar with the subject a clear, accessible, readable and comprehensive overview of the main themes in this dynamic area of the law. Whether used at the beginning of studying this field, as an aid to study or in the period before examinations, this book gives the reader an invaluable grounding in all of the key principles of equity and the law of trusts. This book covers all of the topics that a student reader w…

'Unlocking the Law' is a completely new series of textbooks with a unique approach to undergraduate study of law. From its conception, the series has been designed specifically so that the subject matter is readable - students are not overwhelmed with page after page of continuous prose. The text of each title is broken up with features and activities that have been written to ensure that students are pointed in the right direction when it comes to understanding the purpose of different areas within the course. Ultimately the accessible style o…