The Dutch Business Law Series is a continuous publication in loose-leaf form under the editorial supervision of Steven R. Schuit, a former partner of Allen & Overy and professor of law at Utrecht University and at Nyenrode Business Universiteit. This current publication is a bound edition of the series previously published in loose-leaf form. The purpose of Dutch Business Law is to provide a good understanding of the practical implications of the relevant areas of Dutch law under consideration. The authors are seasoned practitioners, experienced in representing international clients in the Dutch legal arena. This book makes no pretence to be a survey of the entire Dutch business law - either in scope or substance. It contains generalizations and simplifications and cannot be regarded as presenting complete and in-depth advice on the areas covered.