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Foundations of Modern U.S. Contract Law • The foundations of U.S. contract law are derived from both common law and statutory law, which together create a comprehensive legal framework for contracts. • Common Law: This judge-made law evolves through court decisions, filling gaps left by statutes and is primarily found in case law. • Statutory Law: These are laws enacted by state legislatures that provide specific regulations regarding contracts. • Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.): A set of statutes that standardizes contract law across states, especially for commercial transactions. • Subtopic: Common Law Principles • Stare Decisis: This principle means courts should follow precedents set by previous decisions to ensure consistency in the law. • Precedent: Refers to prior court decisions that serve as legal standards for future cases, guiding judges' rulings. • Mandatory Authority: Legal precedents that lower courts within the same jurisdiction must follow. • Persuasive Authority: Precedents that may influence a court's decision but are not binding, often from other jurisdictions or secondary sources. --- SIGUIENTE IMAGEN --- The Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C....