Doctrine Of Ultra Vires: Illustrated And Explained By Selected Cases, Classified And Fully Annotated (1881)

The Doctrine of Ultra Vires is a legal book written by George Washington Field in 1881. The book explains and illustrates the concept of ultra vires, which is a Latin term meaning ""beyond the powers."" The doctrine of ultra vires is a legal principle that states that a corporation cannot undertake activities that are beyond the scope of its charter or articles of incorporation. The book provides selected cases that demonstrate how the doctrine of ultra vires has been applied in various legal cases. The cases are classified and fully annotated, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the doctrine. The book also includes illustrations to help readers better understand the legal concepts discussed.The author, George Washington Field, was a prominent lawyer and legal scholar in the late 19th century. He was a professor of law at various universities and authored several legal books. The Doctrine of Ultra Vires is considered one of his most important works, as it provides a detailed and insightful analysis of a fundamental legal principle that continues to be relevant today. Overall, The Doctrine of Ultra Vires is a valuable resource for legal professionals, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the doctrine of ultra vires and its application in the legal system.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.