Explore the backbone of commerce in the German Empire with this authoritative legal code.
This volume lays out the framework of commercial law, from who counts as a trader to how trade is registered and regulated. It covers general principles for commerce, the role of the trade-register, and the rights and duties of merchants, companies, and partnerships. It also delves into how goods are moved, insured, and transported, including rail and maritime contexts, and sets out the rules that govern commercial transactions and related disputes.
- Understand who is considered a trader and when a business qualifies as commerce
- Learn how trade-register entries work and what they mean for businesses
- See how partnerships, companies, and their officers are regulated
- Get an overview of transport, insurance, and liability rules for goods and carriers
Ideal for readers of legal history, business law, or anyone seeking a clear picture of early modern commercial regulation.