Praise and Reviews 'A first-class guide' - Accountancy Age 'An extremely useful guide to the legal minefield' - The Guardian `A well written book, very suitable for its target market - the small business owner.` - Brian Coggan, Business School, University of Lincoln `If a small business owner only reads one introduction to business law, this should be it. The style, breadth of subjects covered and practical solutions offered make this an invaluable guide.` - Tim Simmonds, solicitor and specialist advisers to SMEs The legislation relating to small businesses is becoming increasingly complex. All those planning to set up their own business, or those who already operate as a sole trader, partnership or limited company, must have some knowledge of their legal standing in order to survive. Ignorance is no defence and you cannot afford to risk yourself and your capital. This fully revised new edition focuses on all the essential points of law that affect the small business, including: taxation cash and credit patents, copyrights and trade marks debt collection bankruptcy and liquidation takeovers and mergers employment law Up to date with all the latest legislation, Law for the Small Business is essential reading for any entrepreneur who wants to avoid legal pitfalls and make a success of their business.