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).