This document contains the full judgment from the House of Lords case of Salomon v A Salomon & Co Ltd, decided in 1896. It addresses the crucial legal question of whether a company, even if formed by a single individual and their family, is a separate legal entity from its shareholders. The judgment explores the principles of corporate law, limited liability, and the interpretation of the Companies Act. This is essential reading for anyone studying or practising corporate law, particularly regarding the concept of separate legal personality.