Tort

Nutshells Tort - An essential revision aid: - Present the essentials of the law of tort in clear and straightforward language, explaining the basic principles - Contains an examination checklist to ensure key points have been learnt - Includes diagrams and flowcharts to illustrate difficult concepts - Provides sample questions with model answers to ensure students are fully prepared for how questions are likely to be posed and how best to respond for maximum marks - Contains the latest legislative and case law developments Contents: - Trespass to person - Negligence: duty of care - Negligence: breach of duty - Negligence: causation and remoteness of damage - Defence to negligence: contributory negligence, volenti non fit injuria and ex turpi causa - Liability for dangerous products - Employers' liability at common law - Occupier's liability - Breach of statutory duty - Defamation - Nuisance - Strict liability - Liability for animals - Vicarious liability - Sample examination questions and answer plans