Written by the author of the best-selling
Examples & Explanations study guide for Civil Procedure,
Examples & Explanations: The Law of Torts, Fourth Edition, presents a succinct overview of
Torts with Joseph W. Glannon's famous combination of humor, wit, and penetrating clarity. In addition to the highly effective Examples & Explanations pedagogy, this E&E offers a three-chapter section on preparing for a Torts exam.
Examples & Explanations: The Law of Torts, Fourth Edition, features:
- three new chapters on intentional torts that balance strong coverage of negligence:
- Protecting the Right of Possession: Trespass to Land
- Dueling Remedies: Trespass to Chattels and Conversion
- False Imprisonment: Protecting Freedom of Movement
- coverage that mirrors the content of most Torts courses - intentional torts, negligence, causation, duty, damages, liability of multiple defendants, and the effect of the plaintiff's conduct
- updated citations throughout the text that reflect the most current law
- Taking a Torts Essay Exam, a three-chapter section that includes guidance, tips, and sample exam questions and answers
With more balanced coverage of negligence and intentional Torts and in-depth coverage of products liability, Examples & Explanations: The Law of Torts, Fourth Edition, represents indispensable assistance to many law students taking Torts. Joseph W. Glannon's introductory exposition entertains as it teaches. His Examples & Explanations give students the opportunity to test their knowledge and gain valuable practice applying the law.
