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Commercial and corporate law are distinct but overlapping areas of law that govern business operations. Corporate law focuses on the internal structure and governance of a company, including its formation, mergers, and compliance. Commercial law is broader, dealing with the legal aspects of business transactions and relationships, such as contracts, sales, intellectual property, and financing. While corporate law looks at how a company is built and run, commercial law governs the interactions and agreements that occur between businesses and their clients.
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