532 Pages
by Routledge-Cavendish

532 Pages
by Routledge-Cavendish

Modern Tort Law is a comprehensive, accessible and up-to-date introduction to the law of torts. Now in its seventh edition, Vivienne Harpwood’s popular, student-friendly text explains the principles of all aspects of tort law in a lively and thought-provoking manner. The broad coverage of modern tort law makes this an ideal textbook for any undergraduate tort law course. Students are... Read more

1. An Overview of the Law of Tort  2. Introduction to the Tort of Negligence  3.  Duty of Care: General Principles  4. Duty of Care: Psychiatric Injury  5. Duty of Care: Economic Loss  6. Miscellaneous Situations  7. Breach of Duty: The Standard of Care  8. Causation and Remoteness of Damage  9. Breach of Statutory Duty  10. Occupiers' Liability  11. Torts Relating to Land  12. Liability for Animals  13. Trespass to the Person  14. Employers' Liability  15. Product Liability  16. Vicarious Liability  17. Trespass to Goods 18. Defamation and Other Torts Affecting the Reputation  19. Remedies in Tort Defences  20. Criticisms of Tort Reforms

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V.H. Harpwood

'Anyone wanting a clear, accessible and thought-provoking account of modern tort law need look no further than Modern Tort Law. It is extremely well-written with a wonderful consideration of the case-law and legal framework. The outline definitions are also superb, as is the companion website which allows the reader to quickly check their knowledge and understanding.' - Student Law Journal, October 2008