Malan on Bills of Exchange, Cheques and Promissory Notes in South African Law

Edition: 5th
Author(s): Honorary Professor Francois Retief Malan
Year Published:
Language: English
Formats: eBook
ISBN: 9780409033656
eBook ISBN: 9780409114270
Category: Law

An authoritative source of reference on negotiable instruments often cited in judgments of all South African courts, Malan on Bills of Exchange, Cheques and Promissory Notes in South African Law has become an indispensable companion to practitioners within the commercial and banking sectors, and the lawyers who represent them. The fourth edition continues to provide practitioners and students with a comprehensive guide to this complex area of law, as well as incorporating valuable new elements.

Features

Written in a clear and consistent style, facilitating greater understanding of theoretical concepts. Comprehensive bibliography refers those students who wish to explore a specific issue further to additional sources of relevant information. Includes table of cases and index, enabling students to find information pertaining to specific subjects quickly and easily.

Benefits

Incorporates changes made as a result of the Bills of Exchange Amendment Act, including the non- transferable cheque; the liability of a collecting bank; the certification of cheques; the duties of the customer in relation to the current account; protest; signature in a representative capacity; crossings, and presentation for payment.