Introduction to Business Law (5ed)

The bestselling textbook in this subject area, Introduction to Business Law introduces students to the core legal areas relevant to the world of business and work. Known for its visual approach and engaging writing style, the book features over 90 full colour diagrams to illustrate complex issues, while practical examples and case studies are included throughout to put the law into context.

The book contains a chapter on study skills and revision, guiding business students on how to tackle legal exam questions and how to approach case law and statutes.

At the end of each chapter students can practise applying their knowledge and legal skills by answering sample essay and problem questions.

Online Resources

Further guidance on how to approach these questions can be found with the online resources accompanying the book.

Contents:

Part 1 The English Legal System

1: The nature of English law

2: The court system and alternative dispute resolution

3: Sources of English law

Part 2 Contract Law

4: The nature of the agreement: offer and acceptance

5: Intention, capacity, consideration, and privity

6: The terms of a contract

7: Vitiating factors

8: Discharge of contract and contractual remedies

9: The sale of goods and supply of services

Part 3 The Law of Agency

10: The law of agency

Part 4 Tort Law

11: The tort of negligence

12: Product liability, defective premises, interference with land, and defences

Part 5 Employment Law

13: The contract of employment and its termination

14: Discrimination and health and safety

Part 6 The Structure and Management of Business

15: Business organizations

16: Company law I: formation and finance

17: Company law II: company officers and liabilities

18: Company law III: company meetings, shareholder-protection, and liquidation of companies

Part 7 Intellectual Property Law

19: Intellectual property law

Part 8 Study Skills and Revision

20: Study skills