Description: Praised for its writing style and accessibility, this third edition continues the themes of its previous edition: ethics, social responsibility, contemporary issues, and international law. It represents the most up-to-date and usable survey of business law. Utilizing simple, straightforward language, the author examines all the important issues and cases relevant to a thorough understanding of business law. KEY TOPICS: " Presents contemporary legal issues, such as the use of fax machines in contract negotiations; international joint ventures; and the liability of cigarette manufacturers. This book also examines the logic the courts use in making their decisions and presents relevant legal documents, ranging from the Constitution to the Bankruptcy Reform Act of 1978. The third edition of "Business Law: The Legal, Ethical and International Environment" has been revised to include "Business Application" boxes that demonstrate how a modern business law topic affects business and "Business Checklist" boxes that reveal the laws and regulations that must be considered when making business decisions and the steps needed to comply with the law. It also presents the most up-to-date case examples as well as issues of diversity, such as "Feminist Legal Theory." A valuable reference book for any reader interested in the law.

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