Equity Essay Intro

What is equity

The body of legal principles deisgned to ensure fairness

‘Equity will not perfect an imperfect gift’ (cornerstone of property law) aim?

It restricts the scope of equity to uphold legal formalities

Aim of excpetions?

To complete otherwise imperfect gifts in clear, explicit circumstances

PvW implications?

Lead to ambiguity and compromised the law’s predictability and clarity

Thesis

Assess the arguable weakening of the certainty and clarity of property transfer