This introductory course on tort law will focus upon English law, but where time permits reference will be made to developments in tort law in other jurisdictions and to the Principles of European Tort Law. The course will cover the basic notions of tort law, with an emphasis on the law of negligence and notions of strict liability and vicarious liability.
Patricia PETERSON
Séminaire
English
Students will receive a weekly reading assignment to be completed in advance of each class, consisting of extracts of cases and other materials from the textbook and casebook. The course requires a substantial investment in preparation time prior to each class.
Spring 2022-2023
The exam typically consists of 3 questions to be answered in a 4-hour time period. Normally there is one essay question and two problem questions (cas pratique).
The examination is closed book.
The course is taught using the common law case method, involving the study of the leading precedents relating to each area of tort law covered during the course. Students are expected to give one case presentation during the term and to participate in class discussions.
Kirsty Horsey & Erica Rackley, Tort Law, 7th Edition, Oxford University press (2021), ISBN 978-0-19-886776-0 (available in paperback and as an e-book)
Kirsty Horsey & Erica Rackley, Casebook on Tort Law, 16th Edition, Oxford University Press (2021), ISBN 978-0-19-289365-9 (available in paperback and as an e-book)