Commercial Applications of Company Law 2021

A practical, accessible approach to how company law shapes business planning.Commercial Applications of Company Law 2021 makes corporate law accessible to students and practitioners by putting the law in context. Focusing on typical experiences of companies and their advisers, it explains the application of the law in an understandable and relevant manner.This textbook guides readers through complex legislation and contemporary issues with expert commentary, while practically demonstrating how company law shapes business planning and decision-making.NEW TO THIS EDITION:Changes to meeting procedures, corporate reporting and execution of documents in response to the COVID-19 pandemicPredicted changes to director liability and restructuring options and procedures in corporate insolvencyNew cases in directors’ and officers’ liabilityExpanded treatment of corporate social responsibility and evolving environmental, social and governance risk management and reporting frameworks.