LA105 - Tort Law

Providing a sound introduction to law and the American legal system, this course emphasizes understanding torts shows students the critical role this branch of law plays and how it affects people from all walks of life. Begins with an introduction to laws, followed by an introduction to torts, coverage on torts to the person, property, and reputation; malpractice; torts to other civil rights; defenses, remedies and damages involving the torts learned; and careers in torts for attorneys and paralegals. Discussions are general not state specific tort laws, and shows that the basic concepts of tort law are rooted in a particular set of ideas which do not change with each new legislative session. Integrates many examples throughout to clarify material, add perspective, and deepen understanding.  Topics include, Introduction to Torts, Introduction to Law, Torts II, Personal Injury, Defamation, and Entertainment Law, contracts and criminal law

All About Torts, 1/e   Constantinos E. Scaros, 2000

 ISBN 0-13-081161-0