Goff & Jones: The Law of Unjust Enrichment, 10th ed

Abstract

This review assesses the tenth edition of Goff & Jones, the leading authority on unjust enrichment, focusing on its treatment of recent Supreme Court jurisprudence and evolving doctrinal debates. The review commends the editors for maintaining analytical clarity while accommodating significant developments in areas such as illegality, failure of basis, and restitution for wrongdoing. It critically examines the text’s approach to emerging issues, including digital transactions and comparative perspectives, and evaluates its continued influence on both judicial reasoning and academic scholarship. The review concludes that the work remains indispensable for scholars and practitioners, while noting areas where future editions may further refine contested concepts.