Advanced Introduction to U.S. Federal Securities Law

Elgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business and law, expertly written by the world’s leading scholars. Designed to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and lucid surveys of the substantive and policy issues associated with discrete subject areas.

 

Covering all aspects of federal securities law, this Advanced Introduction provides an excellent understanding of how U.S. securities regulation works, particularly as this emerging area of law becomes more prevalent for those working or involved in general corporate and commercial practices. It examines the definition of securities and how modern investment opportunities may be subject to this regulation as well as more traditional forms such as stocks or bonds.

 

Key Features:



 

Providing up to date information on the latest developments in securities law

Presenting complex material in a clear and comprehensive format and defining key concepts

Thoroughly reviewing significant Supreme Court cases, alongside the noteworthy statues and Securities and Exchange Commission Rules

 

This informative book will be invaluable reading for practitioners and others engaged in the business and securities world looking for a detailed overview of U.S. securities law. It will also be a useful resource for lawyers, scholars, and policy advisors.