Accounting and Finance for Lawers in a Nutshell

Sharpen your accounting and finance skills with this comprehensive reference tool. Well-rounded summary of the relevant accounting areas from basic financial statements to complex earnings-per-share ratios and corporate finance and valuation. Learn how to recognize revenue, expenses, assets, and liabilities. Reviews accounting principles for many different areas, including investments, long-term debt, leases, stocks, and partnerships. This edition discusses recent developments for issues such as stock options, new accounting rules, the use of derivatives, accounting for acquisitions and the freefall and bankruptcy of Enron. - Addresses special reporting issues - Enhances understanding of accounting and finance principles - Provides necessary tools to excel on exams - Timesaving accounting outline and reference tool