This handbook will guide you through the process of deciding whether you should do business in the European Union and what should you expect once you decide you will. It focuses on how E.U. competences or authorities affect the typical U.S. company, what regulatory issues are presented and specific procedures and practices of the European Union.

Beginning with the sophisticated nature and structure of the European Union, this guide explains how E.U. institutions operate, and then summarizes key areas of law relevant to the business community. It is designed to prepare a lawyer or...