Description
Book SynopsisPart of a national programme of texts and modules for undergraduate students following business studies programmes, this book provides 100 hours of study to be used by students in a supported learning environment. It uses a range of questions, self-assessment exercises and assignments.
Table of ContentsGuide for Students.
Guide for Lecturers.
Part I:.
The English Legal System.
The Nature of Law.
Sources of Law.
The Courts and Tribunals.
Legal Personnel and Legal Aid.
Part II: .
Legal Relationships.
Liability for Employees and Agents.
Sole Traders and Partnerships.
Forming a Company.
Managing the Company.
Part III:.
Business Contracts.
Making a Contract.
What can go Wrong During the Making of a Contract.
Contractual Terms.
Discharging a Contract.
Part IV:.
Non-Contractual Obligations of the Seller/Producer.
The Duty of Care in Negligence.
Other Aspects of Negligence and Product Liability.
Other Aspects of Tort.
Liability in Respect of Employees.
Part V:.
European Community Law.
The Development of the European Community.
The Functions of the Institutions.
The Sources of European Community Law.
The Integration of European Community Law at a National Level.
Enforcement of European Community Law at a European Level.