The fourth edition of this successful textbook is written specifically for readers who are new to the study of law in the context of business. It has a lively style, and provides regular opportunities for student self-assessment throughout the book in the form of quizzes and examination style questions. The subject coverage of the book has been designed to follow the core topics which appear most frequently on syllabuses and examination papers. It is also written to encourage a genuine interest in the subject of business law, stressing the fact that the law operates in the context of society and affects people on a daily basis. Features of the book: * Covers a wide range of topics in business law satisfying most syllabuses * Up to date coverage of the most recent legislation and key case histories * Easy to read colour text, avoiding legal jargon where possible * Includes a good range of short and more-challenging questions, making the book suitable for varied ability levels * Self-assessment encouraged throughout, with quizzes and assignments on each subject * Section on study and examinations skills helps readers know how to apply their knowledge when it counts * Companion Website: www.pearsoned.co.uk/adams containing a downloadable instructor's manual with diagrams for lecture presentations and further solutions to exercises This new edition has been thoroughly updated and revised in the following areas: *Further expansion of Contract and Tort Law, and discusses The Law Commissions 2005 Report on Unfair Terms in Contracts *Covers developments in employment law including the impact of The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 [Amendment] Regulations 2003, the implementation of The Employment Equality (Sexual Orientation) Regulations 2003 and the Employment Equality (Religion or Belief] Regulations 2003, the Equality Bill 2005 and the Commission for Equality and Human Rights.
*Includes over 70 new cases This text will be suitable for: non-specialist students of business law on a variety of courses, from undergraduate degree programmes to professional courses in business and accountancy. Alix Adams has over thirty years' experience of teaching law from GCSE to degree and postgraduate level and is a qualified Barrister. She is a Principal Lecturer in Law and a director of Law Tutors Online www.lawtutorsonline.co.uk.