Encyclopedia of White-Collar & Corporate Crime

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Click Additional Materials for downloadable samples "This excellent set covers corporate organizational governmental financial and political crimes as well as important legislation and laws related to the subject. An impressive title on a neglected field of criminal justice. Highly Recommended." --CHOICE With more than 500 entries (including up-to-date information on such high profile cases as Martha Stewart and Enron) the Encyclopedia of White-Collar & Corporate Crime gathers history definitions examples investigation prosecution assessments challenges and projections into one definitive reference work on the topic. The Encyclopedia of White-Collar & Corporate Crime is edited to incorporate information about a variety of white-collar crimes and provides examples of persons statutes companies and convictions. Each entry offers a thorough and thoughtful summary of the topic. Rather than a simple definition users are given a satisfying and sophisticated synopsis with references for further study. Articles consider all aspects of white-collar and corporate crime including: Law: describes specific elements of corporate law and the various illegal acts to which they apply Individuals: brief biographical sketches primarily focused on how they relate to the study of white-collar crime Events: criminal events include descriptions of specific cases of white-collar crime both past and current The Encyclopedia was developed primarily for college public and high school libraries. Post-graduate academics law firms and corporations will also find this a valuable addition to their libraries. Key Themes Business Fraud & Crimes Companies Consumers Countries & Regions Criminology & Justice Financial & Securities Fraud Government Laws Medical & Healthcare Fraud People Political Scandals Pollution Products Regulation Scams & Swindles War-Profiteering Work-Related Crimes Key Features Two volumes and over 500 entries Each entry contains cross-references and a detailed bibliography Readers Guide groups entries by broad topic areas First comprehensive reference on white-collar crime Comprehensive chronology of events pertaining to corporate and white-collar crime