The Briefcase series is designed specifically with the time-pressed student in mind. It provides concise case summaries within each subject area of an undergraduate law degree, accompanied by relevant legislation. A handy reference tool, the book assists the reader to commit the content of each subject to memory.


This title covers the four main areas of company law: the constitution, formation and personality of a company; corporate governance; corporate finance; and insolvency and company charges.



The second edition has been updated to include recent important cases, including the House of Lords decision in




Johnson v Gore Wood - (minority shareholder action)
Phillips v Brewin Dolphin Bell Lawrie Ltd - (transactions at an undervalue)
O'Neill v Phillips - (unfair prejudicial conduct)
Williams v Natural Life Health Foods Ltd - (liability in negligence)
the Privy Council decision in Agnew v Commissioner of Inland Revenue - (company charges).