A Summary of the Law of Railways: With an Appendix, Including the Three General Consolidation Acts With Analysis and Notes; Reports of Proceedings Before Committees on Railway Bills, Parliamentary Pra - Hardcover

Frederick Walford

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265951410 ISBN 13: 9780265951415

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Essential reference on railway law, with statutory guidance and notes for practitioners.

This edition compiles key acts, definitions, and procedures that affect railways, from corporate governance to passenger duties and government oversight. It helps readers understand how laws shape operations, liability, and remedies in the railway sector.

Designed for lawyers, officials, and students, the book presents the law as it relates to railway companies, their officers, shareholders, and customers. It covers contracts, compensation, tolls, branch lines, and the duties of carriers, with practical extracts and commentary to illuminate real-world outcomes.

• Defines how acts create and constrain railway powers, including construction, operation, and consolidation.
• Explains liability rules for carriers, land use, and passenger fares, with procedural guidance for actions and remedies.
• Offers structure for managing shares, calls, transfers, and corporate administration under statute.
• Includes notes on inspection, accounting, and compliance with parliamentary provisions.

Ideal for readers needing a solid, no-nonsense reference to railway law and its practical applications.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265951410
• ISBN 13: 9780265951415
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 874