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.
Digital formats and resources This edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources. - The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks - The online resources include: 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 - Research exercises
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
Lucy Jones, Principal Lecturer, University of Brighton
Reviews for Introduction to Business Law
Well-written and easy to understand it is a great choice for undergraduate students. Highly recommended. * Stavros Demetriou, Lecturer in Law, University of Sussex * A clear and accessible introduction to business law. I would have no hesitation in recommending it to business students. * Dr Helen Gubby, Senior Lecturer, Erasmus University Rotterdam * The online resources are a big bonus. * Dr Kristie Thomas, Senior Lecturer in Law, Aston University * I am hugely impressed with it. The writing style, layout, and navigability of the book is superb. * Dr Rebecca Smith, Lecturer in Law, St Mary's University, Twickenham London *
