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Introduction to business law

Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextLanguage: English Publication details: Oxford University Press, 2017Edition: 4ª ed.Description: xxviii + 690 p. ; 24 cmISBN:
  • 9780198766261
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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 organisations-- 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--
Summary: 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. Further guidance on these can be found on the Online Resource Centre, which features resources for students and lecturers: ; ; Student resources ; - Multiple choice questions with instant feedback ; - Suggested answers to end-of-chapter questions ; - Flashcard glossary of key terms ; - Exam tips and advice ; - Chapter summary documents ; ; Lecturer resources ; - Additional assignment questions ; - Group exercises ; - PowerPoint slides for each chapter ; - Research exercises
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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 organisations-- 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--

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. Further guidance on these can be found on the Online Resource Centre, which features resources for students and lecturers: ; ; Student resources ; - Multiple choice questions with instant feedback ; - Suggested answers to end-of-chapter questions ; - Flashcard glossary of key terms ; - Exam tips and advice ; - Chapter summary documents ; ; Lecturer resources ; - Additional assignment questions ; - Group exercises ; - PowerPoint slides for each chapter ; - Research exercises

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