Company Law

The Core Text series takes the reader straight to the heart of the subject, providing a reliable and invaluable guide for students of law at all levels. Written by leading academics and renowned for their clarity, these concise texts explain the intellectual challenges of each area of the law. Company Law gives an authoritative and accurate account of the key principles and demystifies this complex area of the law without oversimplification. Chapter introductions will orientate readers with the various aspects of company law and further reading will provide the tools for further research and study. Self-test questions are an invaluable aid to reinforcing learning and supporting revision and will assist with examination recall. Company Law provides the perfect balance between depth, succinctness, and accessibility. New to this editionCoverage of new case law including: Prest v Petrodel Resources Ltd (2013); Chandler v Cape plc (2012); VTB Capital plc v Nutritek Int Corp (2013)On corporate governance the new edition discusses the implementation of mandatory "Say on Pay" measures in the Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013, the implementation of the Kay Review recommendationsAlso covered are the EU action plan on European company law and corporate governance (2012) and the EU consultation on the future of European company law (2012), as well as the law Commission's consultation of the fiduciary duties of investment intermediaries (2014)