International Business Law and the Legal Environment

Larry A. DiMatteo is Huber Hurst Professor of Contract Law & Legal Studies at the Warrington College of Business and Levin College of Law, and Affiliate Professor, Center for European Studies, at the University of Florida, USA. He is the author or editor of 20 books and 170 publications.

“This is an excellent source for students, academics, and practitioners alike interested in legal, ethical, and strategic issues in international business transactions. The author carries out a detailed analysis of important pieces of legislation, and provides a number of useful examples of different types of transactions.”Douglas Cumming, York University, Canada“Professor DiMatteo’s text provides a well-organized, comprehensive tour of international business law. The up-to-date text is sufficiently detailed for the advanced student, but works equally well as an introduction to numerous topics in international law. Clearly written, the text provides both an overview of international business issues and strategies, as well as detailed summaries and highlights of international agreements. The instructor has a wealth of exceptionally detailed case studies and questions to explore with students. An internationally recognized expert in international contract, Professor DiMatteo has included information on the rise of China in global trade, including the attendant economic and ethical implications. Legal issues involving sustainability, including environmental ethics, climate change, and human rights raise some of the most pressing issues of our times for students.”Stephanie M. Greene, Boston College, USA“In a globalized world, success of any market player depends on adhering to the complex market rules. DiMatteo’s textbook provides a helpful guide. Offering a comprehensive overview of international business transactions through the assessment of applicable theories, supported with practical examples and relevant judicial decisions, this text would be of particular use to both students and practitioners.Pavel Repyeuski, Leeds Beckett University, UK“DiMatteo advances an original approach to the relationship between international law and business. The textbook provides an authoritative account of the rules in an accessible and user-friendly structure to ensure that chapters are easy to navigate, and key information can be readily broken down and retained. It is a valuable resource for educators and researchers alike with an interest in international business law.”T. Leigh Anenson, University of Maryland, USA

• PART I: Legal Environment of International Business 1 Introduction to International Business Transactions 2 Ethics of International Business 3 Sustainability and the Circular Economy 4 Strategies for International Business 5 International Commercial Dispute Resolution 6 International and National Trade RegulationPART II: Comparative and International Law 7 European Union and People’s Republic of China 8 Comparative Legal Systems 9 Comparative and International Contract Law 10 International Sales Law PART III: International Business Transactions 11 Transport of Goods 12 Documentary Transactions 13 International Trade Finance14 Employment and Sale of Services PART IV: Intellectual Property 15 Intellectual Property Law 16 Licensing of Technology PART V: Foreign Direct Investment, E-Commerce, and Digital Economy 17 Foreign Direct Investment 18 E-Commerce 19 Digital Economy and Acceleration of Technology