Law for Professional Engineers: Canadian and Global Insights, Fifth Edition

Thoroughly revised, plain-language explanations of legal issues that impact today’s practicing engineers This fully updated guide helps engineers navigate the complicated legal issues they encounter in their work. The book focuses on Canadian engineering practices and discusses the latest international rules and regulations. Contracts, liability issues, and intellectual property and tax laws are covered in full detail. Written by a recognized expert in the field, Law for Professional Engineers: Canadian and Global Insights, Fifth Edition features concise, easy-to-understand explanations of the legal issues that impact engineering. You will get relevant examples from Canadian case law that demonstrate real-world applications of each legal concept. The book provides practical advice that will help engineers navigate the complexities of international projects, whether they are based in Canada, in the U.S., or anywhere else in the world. *Cuts out the legalese and explains concepts from an engineer’s perspective*Includes expanded coverage of engineering ethics*Written by an expert on international construction law and dispute resolution