Selected Literature in Law and Economics

Author: Donald A. Wittman (USA)
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Publication Date: 2006-01-01
Features: To provide students with a solid foundation in the economic analysis of law, this anthology compiles diverse and highly challenging academic journal articles in a unified format. By selecting literature that stimulates thought and discussion, these carefully edited papers apply economic theory to many aspects of law, ranging from intellectual property law, corporate finance law, contract law to property law, family law, and criminal law. To help students better understand and engage with these articles, most mathematical derivations have been removed, which also encourages an intuitive understanding and application of economic theory. A brief introduction to each article explains its background and context. Whether for economics or law courses, this anthology will be a valuable reference because it offers economics students a brief respite from dry theory and provides law students with a broad and unified perspective on law.