Publisher's Synopsis
This text covers all elements of the tort syllabus in detail. This edition takes account of recent changes in tort law. The negligence chapter has been completely revised in light of the decision in Murphy v. Brentwood and Caparo v. Dickman. New directives and regulations relevant to employers' liability are incorporated, and the chapter on remedies takes in caselaw on exemplary damages, non-pecuniary loss, and the new regime for deductions dictated by the Social Security Act.