Unit 5: Common Law I
The Law of Tort in business activities and particular forms of tortious liability
Examine the role of the Law of Tort in business activities assessing particular forms of tortious liability
The Law of Tort: fundamental aspects of tort; tortious liability and business operations;advantages of using tortious, as opposed to contractual, remedies
Types of tortious liability: the tortious liability of occupiers, employer’s liability including vicarious liability for employees, health and safety issues, strict liability, difficulties of practical application
Suggested Reading
Harvey and Marston - Cases and Commentary on Tort
Law of Torts (Blackstone's Study Packs)
