This document provides an introduction to business law and ethics, focusing on the elements of negligence and duty of care. It discusses two case studies and examines the concept of breach of duty and the available defenses. The first case study involves negligent misstatement and the second case study explores negligence in the workplace.

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The assignment is about a case of negligence where Beatrice is considering investing in a bookshop based on information provided by the bookshop's accountant, Marcus. However, Marcus, who has not been keeping the accounts up to date, gives Beatrice a misleading summary of the business' financial situation. Beatrice decides to invest, but later realizes that the business has been suffering. The assignment requires analyzing the negligence and negligent misstatements in this case.

Learn about the elements of negligence and duty of care in business law and ethics. Understand the concept of breach of duty and the available defenses. Case studies included.

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Introduction to Business Law and Ethics

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Introduction to Business Law and Ethics

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