HONG KONG LEGAL PRINCIPLES: IMPORTANT TOPICS FOR STUDENTS AND PROFESSIONALS

This book is the result of a perceived need for an updated work on the general principles of law in Hong Kong intended for use by non-law students and professionals, and the general public. While there are publications on specific legal fields, no recent book includes several core legal subjects presented in a general manner.

The survey of the more common legal principles that apply in Hong Kong — contract, tort, employment, property, and conveyancing — should assist the reader in understanding and anticipating legal issues that might arise in business or daily situations. Thus, the book is especially suitable for students and professionals in accounting, arbitration, architecture, building or property management, construction, engineering, insurance, shipping, social work, and surveying.

Stephen D. Mau was formerly an assistant professor of law at the City University of Hong Kong; he taught and published journal articles and books on international arbitration, contract, tort, employment, and property. Presently he is a consultant advising the building and construction industry on matters relating to contract, construction, and dispute resolution. He continues to be involved in the provision of educational services for the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, the City University of Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong Institute of Arbitrators.

""This is a clear and precise text that focuses on legal issues one will commonly encounter. In commercial settings, one has to refer back to basic legal principles taught at university, which are either now forgotten or were misunderstood when taught. This text clearly spells out these legal principles in a convenient and concise format that provides unparalleled coverage while removing extraneous material... A book I only dreamt of having during my legal studies is now a reality. A must for those wishing to understand the common legal principles found in Hong Kong."" – Christopher To, Secretary-General, Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre

""The book is well structured, comprehensive and yet informative in respect of case representation supporting the legal terms and the argument on law. I strongly recommend this book to surveying students or other non-law students, and those who intend to study law as a second degree or as a minor discipline."" – Dr. Ellen Lee, Division of Building Science and Technology, City University of Hong Kong