Tort Law and Alternatives: Cases and MaterialsThe Sixth Edition of this widely adopted casebook captures the continuing dynamic character of developments in tort law. Highlights include: * A revised chapter on products liability & the material on causation * A new section on tort reform & extensive updating of non-tort alternatives * New developments in such areas as professional liability, negligent infliction of emotional distress, premises liability, defamation & privacy * Survey of tort alternatives * Intentional economic harm. |
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Introduction to Tort Liability | 1 |
The Litigation Process | 9 |
The Negligence Principle | 22 |
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