Tort Law

Description

Elliott and Quinn’s Tort Law clarifies the essential concepts behind the law, making it easier for students to understand and apply the legal rules. The book sets each tort in its social context to make clear when and why claims might be brought, and then provides a clear explanation of the rules relating to each tort.

Each chapter includes discussion of problems with the current law, helping students to develop a critical and analytical approach. Through reference to topical cases and issues, the authors show that tort law is an interesting and relevant to today’s society.

Contents

Guided tour

Preface  

Table of cases

Table of statutes

Table of statutory instruments

Table of European legislation

1  Tort law: an introduction

2  Negligence

3  Employer’s liability

4  Occupier’s liability

5  Product liability

6  Breach of statutory duty

7  Deceit

8  Defamation

9  Privacy

10  Nuisance

11  The rule in Rylands v Fletcher

12  Trespass

13  Liability for animals

14  Joint and several liability

15  Vicarious liability

16  Remedies in tort

Appendix: Answering examination questions

Glossary

Index

Features

• Case boxes help students identify and remember key cases and rulings
• Law in the news boxes help to put the legal concepts into context