Business Law
Business Law
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Qualification Title Business Management Unit Title Business Law for Managers
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OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management (Qualification Number: 610/0335/9)
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The learner will: The learner can:
1. Know about generic 1.1 Explain why it is important to have business related
business law. laws.
1.2 Explain the principles of business law.
1.3 Differentiate between civil and criminal law.
2. Know about legal and 2.1 Explain what is meant by the term ‘legal system.’
justice systems in context. 2.2 Describe a legal system.
2.3 Explain what is meant by the term ‘justice system.’
2.4 Describe a justice system.
3. Know about key business- 3.1 Describe key features of consumer law.
related laws. 3.2 Describe key features of contract law.
3.3 Describe key features of law of tort.
3.4 Describe key features of international laws.
4. Know how laws impact on 4.1 Explain how businesses are legally formed.
businesses. 4.2 Describe the impact of key legislation on a business.
4.3 Explain why contractual obligations are important to a
business.
4.4 Explain how a business could resolve different legal
disputes.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive summary 5
Task 1
Task 2
2.0 What is the legal system? 8
Customary law…………………………………………………………………………………….......8-
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2.1 What is the justice system……………………………………………………………………………...9
Criminal justice law……………………………………………………………………………………...9
Task 4
4.0 How businesses are legally formed……………………………………………………………...10-11
4.1 The impact of key legislation on a
business………………………………………………………...11
4.2 Why contractual obligations are important to a business………………………………………….11
4.3 How a business could resolve different legal disputes…………………………………………….12
Conclusion………………………………………………………………………………………………….12
References………………………………………………………………………………………………….13
TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Business Law……………………………………………………………………………………6
Figure 2: Criminal law vs civil law……………………………………………………………………….7
Figure 3: Customary law………………………………………………………………………………….8
Figure 4: Criminal justice law…………………………………………………………………………….9
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Table 1: Criminal Law vs Civil Law……………………………………………………………………….7
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
An area of the law known as “business law” is concerned with defending freedoms and rights, upholding the
law, settling disputes, and creating guidelines for business concerns in their interactions with both the
government and private citizens. Business law is essential in governing how businesses operate in a nation.
Furthermore, business law determines the nature, scope, and content of legal conceptions by being
fundamental and unchangeable parts of them. The behavior of any person or organization that has the
potential to harm a third party or an individual is governed by a set of laws known as civil law. Criminal law
addresses conduct that might be considered offensive to the general public, society, or the country.
The legal system consists of regulations, practices, and organizations that permit legitimate public and
private undertakings. The concept of customary law that is being discussed refers to the laws, customs, and
practices of local communities and indigenous peoples. The justice system is a concept that applies to the
many organizations, establishments, and institutions that are charged with forcing or administering the law
and is typically structured to handle either criminal or civil law. Moreover, Criminal justice law is a
collection of public and private organizations set up to handle criminal suspects and offenders who have
been found guilty.
The legal structure a company chooses to operate under has an impact on how it organizes its resources and
assets. Entrepreneurial business entrepreneurs have access to a variety of legal business structures; sole
proprietorship, partnership, corporation, and LLC. Many pieces of legislation, including the following, will
have an impact on businesses: health & safety, employee legislation, environmental legislation, and taxes
and subsidies. The details of transactions, deals, or exchanges between two or more parties – who may be
people or businesses – are outlined in a contract, which is a legal agreement. Finally, businesses can resolve
their business disputes through mediation and arbitration.
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TASK 1 OF 4
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Figure 2: Criminal law vs civil law
The behavior of any person or organization that has the potential to harm a third party or an individual is
governed by a set of laws known as civil law. Criminal law addresses conduct that might be considered
offensive to the general public, society, or the country. Examples include stealing, drunk, killing, assaulting,
etc. It is possible to differentiate between criminal and civil laws based on how each was established, how
decisions were made, and what the respective penalties were. What legal protection the accused in each of
them would have could be added as another foundation of distinction.
Offenses against society are dealt with by criminal General laws include civil laws, it settles conflicts
law. between two organizations or people.
The severity of the criminal law offenses would In civil law issues, compensation is given to the
determine the appropriate sentences. A fine also party who was wronged in order to resolve the
may be issued. conflict. In such circumstances, no such
punishment is meted out.
The accused is charged in a legal proceeding. The offender can be sued by the victim or party that
was wronged.
The court has the authority to penalize, imprison, or In certain situations, the court’s only option is to
release the offender in certain situations. award damages to the party that was wronged.
A complaint must be filed with the authorities. In a tribunal or in court, the person who feels
Who must then conduct an investigation before the wronged might bring a claim.
petition can be submitted immediately in court.
After that, a court lawsuit may be filed.
TASK 2 OF 4
The legal system consists of regulations, practices, and organizations that permit legitimate public
and private undertakings. To put it in another way is a system for applying and interpreting the law.
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In numerous ways, it explains the rights and obligations. There are three main types of legal law in
the world; civil law, common law, customary law, and religious law. The alternative legal
framework includes: The legal system of a jury determines the facts in disputes in a lawsuit.
The majority of us recognize the value of the legal system in our society. We have a social
responsibility to the people in our community to establish a safe atmosphere where everyone can
feel comfortable going outside and treating one another equally. Although we observe these laws
and regulations every day, the criminal justice system is in charge of enforcing them. Whether we
choose to breach the law or abide by it is entirely up to each individual.
Certain aspects of customary law may be accepted differently in practice. Customary laws
enforcing an obligation of confidence may be effectively extended to prevent disclosure outside the
traditional circle. Customary laws governing the use of sacred symbols may be drawn upon as
factual context to reject the registration of the symbol as a trademark by a third party. For example,
customary laws concerning inheritance may directly determine ownership of IP or may evaluate
the very legal identity of a society as a right holder.
Whether particular customs have been perceived by indigenous people and local groups as having
legal force or if they just describe actual actions is a deciding factor in establishing whether they
qualify as laws. Similar reasoning holds true at the level of international law, where binding
customary law is created by the continued applications of customary patterns by governments that
likewise acknowledge their binding nature.
Disputes resolution, property tenure or other rights, inherited, family law, and political and social
ties, in general, can all be governed by customary law. Customary law is frequently defined as
being a component of the holistic worldview held by indigenous groups, implying that it can only be
fully comprehended and applied thoroughly inside the community itself. It is difficult to envision
how the entirety of a community’s customary law and customs could be made to apply fully to third
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parties outside of that community and the typical reach of its customary jurisdiction.
A concept that applies to the many organizations, establishments, and institutions that are charged
with forcing or administering the law is typically structured to handle either criminal or civil law. In
this definition, the justice system consists of “the institutions that are central to resolving conflicts
arising over the alleged violations of the rules that societies create to govern members’ behavior;
and that, as a result, is central to strengthening the normative framework (laws and rules) that
shapes public and private actions.” These guidelines for discouraging and punishing corrupt
behavior are part of this normative framework.
A complicated structure, criminal justice law is made up of four main parts, each of which has
unique and different subparts. These systems employ a wide range of criminal justice
professionals, including police officers, correctional officers, parole and probation officials, judges,
attorneys, paralegals, mental health specialists, and paraprofessionals. These professional
associations and the individuals that make up each of them have various viewpoints on criminal
conduct, punishment, and rehabilitation.
TASK 4 OF 4
The legal structure a company chooses to operate under has an impact on how it organizes its
resources and assets. Entrepreneurial business entrepreneurs have access to a variety of legal
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business structures.
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whether to be taxed as a corporation, partnership, or sole proprietor for the purpose of federal
taxation.
Health and safety laws – when the workplace is hazardous, a company is responsible for
the safety of its employees.
Employee legislation – Individuals will be entitled to minimum pay, capped working hours,
anti-discrimination protection, and equal opportunities.
Taxes and subsidies – If businesses don’t operate in a desirable way, the government may
levy taxes and fines against them.
The details of transactions, deals, or exchanges between two or more parties – who may be
people or businesses – are outlined in a contract, which is a legal agreement.
2. They ideally aid in increasing revenue: A solid contract ensures that money will be paid
on a specified date, allowing businesses to plan cash flow and make informed decisions.
3. They reduce threats and prevent conflicts: The greatest approach to safeguard the
company from dangers like financial loss or legal problems is through a written contract.
4. They increase operational effectiveness: Because they specify exactly what both parties
are to do and when contracts increase efficiency.
5. They continue to work closely together and communicate frequently: Relationship both
inside and outside the company benefits from the collaborative aspect of the contract
process.
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4.1 HOW A BUSINESS COULD RESOLVE DIFFERENT LEGAL DISPUTES
Mediation
A mediator is a third party who is given mutual instructions. Their job is to facilitate
conversation between the disputing parties in order to reach a compromise or resolution. The
mediator will openly address the issues and work to assist the parties in reaching a resolution,
but they often won't express their own judgments or assessments. A costs order is an
instruction given by the court or tribunal issues regarding the cost payment. The court may
mandate that one party pay all or part of the opposing party's claim by issuing a costs order.
(Brittontime, 2021)
Arbitration
An impartial third person that the parties have chosen to mediate the conflict is called an
arbitrator. The arbitrator will be an expert in the subject matter of the dispute, such as civil
engineering. The arbitrator will hear from both parties before reaching a conclusion. In
arbitration, you might choose to have a panel of arbitrators instead of just one, who will be
chaired by another arbiter. When an arbitrator or arbitrators reach a final decision, the decision
becomes legally enforceable and can be enforced in court. (Brittontime, 2021)
CONCLUSION
Business law mainly focuses on legal norms and regulations implemented in international conventions and
agreements, contract law, civil law, criminal law, customary law, and the justice system. The parts that
make up a valid contract also contain characteristics that explicitly and implicitly refer to tortious
and contractual liability as well as negligence and its components.
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