This textbook takes a global approach to international business law. Unlike most other English-language international law textbooks, it does not emphasize United States or United Kingdom law. Rather, it examines business law from around the world. For example, in addition to US and UK cases, there are cases from Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Ghana, Hong Kong, Hungary Israel, Italy, Japan, Malawi, Malaysia, Micronesia, Netherlands, Nigeria, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, South Africa, and Zambia. There are also cases and materials from the European Union, the International Court of Justice, the World Trade Organization and many other international organizations.
Legal jargon is avoided .
Concepts are explained in everyday language. Uncommon legal terminology in the cases and readings is defined in footnotes. Plain-language citations are used to reference legal cases and materials. Margin notes define key terms used in the text. Readings by leading authors in the field provide an additional perspective on the topics discussed.