Publisher's Synopsis
<p> Whether you are confronted with multi-state <b>tort litigation</b>, have the opportunity to litigate a <b>tort case</b> in one of several states, or must initiate or defend a case in an unfamiliar jurisdiction, <i><b>Tort Law Desk Reference</b></i> quickly gives you the information you need about the <b>tort laws</b> of each state. </p> <p> With succinct summaries of laws and citations to controlling statutes and case law, this indispensable guidebook answers vital questions about each state’s <b> tort laws</b>, such as: </p> <ul> <li> Is the claim or lawsuit barred in the jurisdiction where it was filed? </li> <li> Does a “no-fault” statute limit the right to recovery? </li> <li> Do joint liability provisions require a minimally liable defendant to pay the entire judgment? </li> <li> If there is no breach of contract or breach of warranty claim, is a fraud and misrepresentation claim viable? </li> <li> Under what circumstances can a trespasser recover against a property owner? </li> <li> And much more </li> </ul> <p> You’ll be able to quickly determine available causes of action, realistic defenses, and permissible damages...and you’ll have at your fingertips current and leading citations necessary for more detailed research of specific issues. </p> <p> No other resource simplifies the process for making critical <b>tort litigation </b>choices like <i><b>Tort Law Desk Reference</b></i>. It’s the only single volume book that expertly digests the many significant provisions of every state’s <b>tort law</b> in a clearly organized and uniform format. State-by-state, you get up-to-date coverage of statutes and case law covering </p> <ul> <li> “No-fault” limitations </li> <li> The standard for negligence </li> <li> Causation </li> <li> <i>Res ipsa loquitur</i> and ultra-hazardous activities </li> <li> Negligence per se </li> <li> Indemnity </li> <li> Bar of workers’ compensation statute </li> <li> Premises liability </li> <li> Dram shop liability </li> <li> Economic loss </li> <li> Fraud and misrepresentation </li> <li> Wrongful death </li> <li> Attorney’s fees </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p>
