LAWS1014 Torts Final Exam Preparation Notes

Description

This note provides the essential information needed for the final revision of LAWS1014. It covers the following topics of: Topic 1. Introduction: scope and context of tort law Topic 2. Historical background of modern tort law Topic 3. Trespass to the person Topic 4. Action on the case for wilful injury Topic 5. Statutory action for psychiatric injury to relatives of victims of intentional wrongs Topic 6. Damages to intentional torts Topic 7. Defences to intentional torts Topic 8. Negligence: Duty of Care Topic 9. Negligence: breach of duty Topic 10. Causation and remoteness of damage/scope of liability Topic 11. Defences to negligence Topic 13. Damages for negligence/ compensation for personal injuries Topic 14. Vicarious Liability Topic 15. Concurrent, joint and/or several liability for personal injury; contribution rights