Cases and Materials on Torts

Tort is possibly one of the most interesting of all the law subjects, yet equally one of the most conceptually and functionally difficult. Tort has a variety of objects and purposes and a comprehensive definition is elusive. Its functions are equally diverse. This new cases and materials book recognises this conceptual and functional difficulty and puts the emphasis on problem-solving and method in tort. It provides the basic materials in a concise and focused way with enough material to gain a solid understanding of the most important areas of tort. Each chapter, section and extract is introduced by a short author's note and each extract is linked to the next note, followed by a question to provoke. These notes concisely explain the importance of every case and text extracted and how such material might be used in a problem-solving context. In addition, the book draws upon European influences which the judges themselves are now finding of importance in difficult cases.