Essentials of Business Law and the Legal Environment

Inbunden, Engelska, 2018

Av Richard Mann, Barry Roberts, Richard (The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) Mann, Barry (The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) Roberts

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Praised for its relevant, straightforward coverage, ESSENTIALS OF BUSINESS LAW AND THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT, 13E illustrates how to apply legal concepts to business situations. This comprehensive, yet succinct, reader-friendly approach provides a depth of coverage ideal for business success and CPA exam preparation without technical jargon. Integrated, summarized landmark and recent cases work with more than 220 figures, tables, diagrams, and summaries to ensure understanding. Key legal terms are defined and illustrated, while numerous examples relate material to real life. Critical-thinking features strengthen analytical skills as you acquire a fundamental knowledge of the principles of law that apply to business transactions. Gain insight into the function and operation of courts and administrative agencies and learn to recognize potential legal problems in business situations.

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Utgivningsdatum2018-01-01
Mått223 x 45 x 279 mm
Vikt2 335 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor1 200
Upplaga13
FörlagCengage Learning
ISBN9781337555180

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Richard A. Mann, J.D., received a Bachelor of Science in mathematics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Juris Doctor from Yale Law School. He is professor emeritus of business law at the Kenan-Flagler Business School, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and is past president of the Southeastern Regional Business Law Association. Professor Mann is a member of Who's Who in America, Who's Who in American Law, and the North Carolina Bar (inactive). He has written extensively, covering a number of legal topics including bankruptcy, sales, secured transactions, real property, insurance law and business associations. Professor Mann has received the American Business Law Journal's award both for the best article and for the best comment and has served as a reviewer and staff editor for the publication. He is the co-author of SMITH & ROBERSON'S BUSINESS LAW, BUSINESS LAW AND THE REGULATION OF BUSINESS, ESSENTIALS OF BUSINESS LAW AND THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT, and CONTEMPORARY BUSINESS LAW. Barry S. Roberts, J.D., LL.M., received a Bachelor of Science in business administration from Pennsylvania State University, a Juris Doctor from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Master of Laws degree from Harvard Law School. He served as a judicial clerk for the Pennsylvania Supreme Court prior to practicing law in Pittsburgh. Professor Roberts is professor emeritus of business law at the Kenan-Flagler Business School, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and he is a member of Who's Who in American Law and the North Carolina and Pennsylvania Bars (inactive). He has written numerous articles on such topics as antitrust, products liability, constitutional law, banking law, employment law and business associations. Professor Roberts has been a reviewer and staff editor for the American Business Law Journal. He is the co-author of SMITH & ROBERSON'S BUSINESS LAW, BUSINESS LAW AND THE REGULATION OF BUSINESS, ESSENTIALS OF BUSINESS LAW AND THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT, and CONTEMPORARY BUSINESS LAW.

Part I: INTRODUCTION TO LAW AND ETHICS.1. Introduction to Law.2. Business Ethics.Part II: THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS.3. Civil Dispute Resolution.4. Constitutional Law.5. Administrative Law.6. Criminal Law.7. Intentional Torts.8. Negligence and Strict Liability.Part III: CONTRACTS.9. Introduction to Contracts.10. Mutual Assent.11. Conduct Invalidating Assent.12. Consideration.13. Illegal Bargains.14. Contractual Capacity.15. Contracts in Writing.16. Third Parties to Contracts.17. Performance, Breach, and Discharge.18. Contract Remedies.Part IV: SALES.19. Introduction to Sales and Leases.20. Performance.21. Transfer of Title and Risk of Loss.22. Product Liability: Warranties and Strict Liability.23. Sales Remedies.Part V: NEGOTIABLE INSTRUMENTS.24. Form and Content.25. Transfer and Holder in Due Course.26. Liability of Parties.27. Bank Deposits, Collections, and Funds Transfers.Part VI: AGENCY.28. Relationship of Principal and Agent.29. Relationship with Third Parties.Part VII: BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS.30. Formation and Internal Relations of General Partnerships.31. Operation and Dissolution of General Partnerships.32. Limited Partnerships and Limited Liability Companies.33. Nature and Formation of Corporations.34. Financial Structure of Corporations.35. Management Structure of Corporations.36. Fundamental Changes of Corporations.Part VIII: DEBTOR AND CREDITOR RELATIONS.37. Secured Transactions and Suretyship.38. Bankruptcy.Part IX: REGULATION OF BUSINESS.39. Securities Regulation.40. Intellectual Property.41. Employment Law.42. Antitrust.43. Accountants’ Legal Liability.44. Consumer Protection.45. Environmental Law.46. International Business Law.Part X: PROPERTY.47. Introduction to Property, Property Insurance, Bailments, and Documents of Title.48. Interests in Real Property.49. Transfer and Control of Real Property.50. Trusts and Wills.Appendix A: The Constitution of the United States of America.Appendix B: Uniform Commercial Code (Selected Provisions).Appendix C: Dictionary of Legal Terms.