Research the topic and make a report.

Salomon v A Salomon & Co Ltd [1896] UKHL 1 [1897] AC 22

Task

Salomon v A Salomon & Co Ltd is a landmark company law decision of the House of Lords (UK) handed down on 16 November 1897.

After reviewing this case, please provide report responding to the following issues:

Facts: Explain the facts of the case in a clear, concise and interesting manner. The idea is to focus the reader's attention on the critical facts of the case.

Prior Law: Illustrate how, if at all, the case affected prior law.

Decision: Describe and critically analyse the reasoning and decision of the House of Lords.

Effect: Describe the effect that the decision in the case has had on the development of company law.

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