About the Book

English Law, 2nd Edition

This book provides a clear, reliable and excellent encyclopaedic exposition of English law. Since the last edition, English Law has been substantially updated to include the many changes made to the English legal system and to substantive parts of English law. Colourfully illustrated with case examples, all the latest developments are digested in this text.

Presented in an easy-to-read style, the chapters comprehensively cover all the main subjects of English law:

• Criminal law
• Consumer protection law
• The law of equity and trusts
• European law
• Business and corporate law
• Contract law
• Tort law

Chapters on the English legal system, including civil and criminal procedures, legal services and the judiciary are also included. Supported by a free companion website, all readers have access to regular legal updates on the areas of law covered in this book.

An invaluable reference work, English Law is suitable for students, professionals and businesses and provides the reader with an accurate explanation of how the English legal system currently works and the content of English law in all its key areas of operation.