Questions of Liability

In this collection, one of the key commentators on the modern law of tort presents 12 of his most important articles and book chapters. These are accompanied by an introductory chapter in which the author comments on the impact and reception of the pieces that make up the collection, and by a provocative new essay in which he argues against strict product liability in the law of tort. A coherent and compelling exploration of topical issues in core areas of tort law, the collection is divided into 3 parts, dealing with negligence; nuisance and Rylands v Fletcher ; and tort in general. The essays in this collection are a significant contribution to debates about the limits and scope of tortious liability in common law systems. Students, scholars and practitioners alike will find it an invaluable resource for understanding tort law in the early 21st century.>

Préface
In this book, a leading figure in the modern law of tort presents his key publications as a collective, giving retrospective comment on their reception and impact.

Auteur

Donal Nolan is Professor of Private Law at the University of Oxford, and a Fellow of Worcester College, Oxford.

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Contenu
Preface Acknowledgements Table of Cases Table of Legislation 1. Introduction Part I: Negligence 2. Deconstructing the Duty of Care 3. The Duty of Care After Robinson v Chief Constable of West Yorkshire Police 4. The Liability of Public Authorities for Failing to Confer Benefits 5. Assumption of Responsibility: Four Questions 6. Varying the Standard of Care in Negligence 7. New Forms of Damage in Negligence 8. Causation and the Goals of Tort Law Part II: Nuisance and Rylands v Fletcher 9. 'A Tort Against Land': Private Nuisance as a Property Tort 10. The Essence of Private Nuisance 11. The Distinctiveness of Rylands v Fletcher Part III: Tort in General 12. Preventive Damages 13. Rights, Damage and Loss 14. Against Strict Product Liability Index