A concise guide to all aspects of company law in the United Kingdom as it affects and governs the operations of a company and the business environment in general. Also outlines the changes in the way companies must account for operations since the Companies Act 2006.

A Straightforward Guide to Writing Business and Personal Letters, Third Edition, deals with the production of effective letters covering both business and personal situations.The book dwells from the outset on grammar and punctuation. It shows the writer how they can express what they are trying to say, how to lay it out and take care that the letter achieves its aims.

A comprehensive guide to the framework of law as it governs all aspects of copyright and intellectual property. Covers all areas relating to copyright, patents, trademarks and general ownership of intellectual property. Immediately accessible to all - student, layperson or professional.

The latest book in the Straightforward Guide to Creative Writing series updates and builds upon the previous edition by introducing new techniques and practical workshops. The reader is given a firm grounding in the art of creative writing. This guide is the perfect book for all those who wish to develop their skills in this area, whether through a course of study or as a hobby. The book provides the essential knowledge needed to approach this increasingly marketable area.

The first book of its kind targeting small to medium-sized businesses. This book will prove invaluable as a complete handbook for existing and developing businesses and will guide managers in those businesses to ensuring that a comprehensive health and safety strategy is in place. Covers starting a businesses, the enforcing authorities, employment status, risk assessment and what to do when things go wrong.

A Straightforward Guide to What to Expect when You Go to Court, Revised Edition, is designed for anyone who gets called to court, either as a defendant, a litigant or witness. It is also designed for anyone bringing their own case to court. The book is comprehensive, clear and is aimed at the layperson and also the professional or student.

A concise guide to the rights of the tenant of private rented residential accommodation, fully updated to include changes in the law up to 2008, including the introduction of the tenancy deposit protection scheme. The book will enable anyone to understand the complex area of law that governs the area of residential housing, and to understand the relationship between landlord and tenant. Topics covered include law, tenure types, obligations, repairing responsibilities, rent, deposits, the role of courts and moving out.

A concise guide to the changing world of pensions and the pensions industry as a whole. People who are now confused by the many and varied pensions on offer and also bewildered by the sheer number of providers will be enlightened by this comprehensive guide. The book will also shed light on the current climate where uncertainty concerning pensions and annuities is prevalent. In particular, changes to the retirement age will be highlighted.

This third edition of Understanding and Controlling Inheritance Tax is the perfect book for all those who need advice and guidance concerning the complicated area of inheritance tax. This book is clear and concise and is intended for the layman. It points out steps that can be taken to reduce the inheritance tax bill. The book is sensitively written by an expert in the field, revised to 2013, and comprehensive covering all the main areas associated with inheritance tax.

A Straightforward Guide to Buying Selling and Renting Property, Revised Edition, is a comprehensive and clear guide for all who are involved in the purchase, sale or renting of property. This book is particularly relevant now taking into account the current property market and the need to be aware of the fundamental points when buying selling and renting. The book covers all aspects of the sales and purchase process including auctions.