Law for Business Students (9th Edition)

DescriptionAlix Adams Law for Business Students is popular for explaining the law in a jargon-free, engaging style and exploring the law firmly within the business world in which it operates using real life examples. The text follows a six-part structure, beginning with an introduction to the study of law for those new to the subject, and then outlines each major area of legal concern in business including contracts and sales, liability, employment, corporate organisation and intellectual property.The ninth edition has been updated with over 30 new case references and full analysis of the Consumer Rights Act 2015, streamlining the law on sales contracts as well as relevant provisions of the Small Business Enterprise and Employment Act 2015.Catering for a range of learning styles, Law for Business Students clearly outlines the main legal rules and cases. It uses business examples and topical news stories to reinforce understanding and demonstrate the practical application of the law. Key terms are explained in a margin note and a broad variety of end-of-chapter resources ensures that you understand the issues covered in the chapter and gives you an opportunity to apply your knowledge in questions and activities relating to each topic. The full-colour page design clearly identifies each learning feature to help you get the most out of your study.New to this EditionThe ninth edition has been updated with over 30 new case references and full analysis of the Consumer Rights Act 2015, streamlining the law on sales contracts as well as relevant provisions of the Small Business Enterprise and Employment Act 2015.Reviews‘A highly accessible and clearly written book for non-law students.’ Stuart Peck, Senior Lecturer in Law, London Metropolitan University‘The book clearly introduces principles of law to both law and non-law students in a manner which is easily understood and applied.’ Sukhninder Panesar, Associate Head of the Department of Law, Coventry University‘The book is written in a way that is accessible to non-law students. It makes relatively complex legal principles easy to understand.’ Nicola Smithers, Senior Lecturer in Law, University of NorthamptonTable of ContentsPart 1: Introduction: getting started  Study skillsThe nature of lawHow the law is madeResolving legal disputesPart 2: Law of contract, agency and sale of goods  The law of contract: offer and acceptanceThe law of contract: consideration, intention and privityThe terms of the contract at Common LawStatutory Terms in contracts for sale of goods and servicesDefects in the contract: misrepresentation, mistake, duress and undue influenceMore defects: illegality and incapacityDischarge of the contract and remedies for breachThe law of agency Part 3: The law of tort  Tort liability for defective goodsTort liability for defective servicesTort liability for premisesPart 4: Elements of employment lawRights at work: the contract of employment and health and safety at workRights at work: protection against discriminationRights at work: protection against dismissal and redundancyPart 5: Introduction to company law   Business organisationForming a registered companyRunning the company: raising and maintaining capitalDaily management of the company: functions of directors, secretary and auditorsCompany meetings and shareholder participationPart 6: General principles of intellectual property law  Statutory intellectual property protection: copyright, designs, patentsand trade marksCommon law protection of intellectual property: passing off, malicious falsehood and breach of confidenceAppendix 1: Additional resources   Appendix 2: Worth thinking about? and quiz solutionsIndex Author BiographyAlix Adams has over 30 years’ experience of teaching law from GCSE to degree and postgraduate level and is a barrister.