Australian Corporate Law 5th Edition

Author: Jason Harris; Anil Hargovan; Michael Adams
Publisher: LexisNexis Australia
ISBN: 9780409341751
Published In: October 2015
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: Australia ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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Australian Corporate Law, 5th edition has been designed specifically for students studying corporations law as part of their business or commerce degree. This text aims to reduce the complexity of corporations law for students by providing clear explanation of legal principles and explaining how corporate law operates within the broader business context. It does this within a specifically designed learning framework that will enhance student learning and understanding of the presented material:

Key Statement and Key Cases highlight precedents and important cases
Case Examples present topical issues to help the reader see the law at work in a broader commercial context
Revision Questions and Problem Exercises help reinforce learning
Glossary notes in the margin ensure that each term is immediately understood
Further Reading provides a springboard for deeper learning
Flowcharts are presented to assist in visual learning

New to this Edition

Significant recent new cases in the James Hardie appeal, the Bell appeal and other recent appellate decisions
Recent legislative amendments, including business names legislation, executive remuneration and continuous disclosure
Additional cases and new case studies

1. The Context of Australian Corporate Law

2. Australian Securities and Investments Commission: Role and Powers

3. Business Structures

4. Partnerships and Associations

5. Incorporation and its Effects

6. Internal Governance: Constitution and Replaceable Rules

7. Corporate Liability: Tort, Crime and Contract

8. Promoters: Duties and Liabilities

9. Corporate Fundraising

10. Debt Finance

11. Share Capital and Transactions Affecting Share Capital

12. Membership Rights and Meetings