Subjects:

Other Jurisdictions

Contents:

Part 1 Introduction

Ch 1 Introduction

Part 2 Intentional Torts

Ch 2 Introduction to Intentional Torts

Ch 3 Intentional Interference with the Person

Ch 4 Trespass to Land

Ch 5 Interference with Chattels

Ch 6 Defences to Intentional Torts

Part 3 Negligence

Ch 7 General Duty of Care

Ch 8 Duty Personal Injury

Ch 9 Duty Defective Property or Goods

Ch 10 Duty Economic Loss

Ch 11 Duty Special Defendants

Ch 12 Breach of Duty

Ch 13 Standard of Care

Ch 14 Damages Causation & Remoteness

Ch 15 Damages

Ch 16 Concurrent Liability

Ch 17 Defences to Torts of Negligence

Part 4 Strict Liability

Ch 18 Statutory Duties

Ch 19 Nuisance

Ch 20 Liability for Animals

This new edition of this highly regarded title has been widely anticipated. It has been completely revised and rewritten to present a comprehensive illustration of the law of torts in Australia.

The expertise of the authors is woven throughout the text, providing a fresh clear, readable and succinct discussion of all the main tort principles. The materials extracted have been carefully considered and edited. This provides the maximum contextual consideration and an enhanced learning experience, so that the interplay of legal arguments with judicial reasoning highlights legal principles.

In particular, the new edition:-

• Has been completely rewritten to take into account the vast amount of reform since the previous edition, particularly in relation to the recent civil liability reforms;
• The contents have been restructured, with several new chapters, enhancing comprehensive coverage and readability;
• The major torts are covered with an emphasis on negligence, intentional torts and nuisance, along with their defences and remedies;
• Case extracts are generously illustrated so that the forms of argument and application of legal principles can be clearly discerned and appreciated;
• Comprehensively covers recent tort reform legislation as enacted in each Australian jurisdiction and considers the impact these reforms on the common law; and
• The extensive commentary is structured and language is engaging, readable and clear; enhancing understanding of concepts and principles.