All About Torts
Constantinos E. Scaros, Interboro Institute

ISBN-10: 0130811610
ISBN-13: 9780130811615

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2000
Format: Cloth; 294 pp
Published: 10/05/1999

Suggested retail price: $84.60
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For undergraduate-level courses in Introduction to Torts, Introduction to Law, Torts II, Personal Injury, Defamation, and Entertainment Law.

Using simple language, common sense, and plenty of examples, this exceptionally readable text provides students with a basic, easy-to-follow introduction to torts. It shows them how it is an indispensable part of their legal education; one that will help them understand other important areas of the law—like contracts and criminal law—as well as show them its ramifications on people from all walks of life.

  • Designed for students who have never been introduced to torts.

    • States simply just the basics students need. Ex.___

  • Broad, representative coverage of the spectrum of torts.

    • Students learn the breadth of areas of law where torts are applied.

  • Briefly, simply describes legal roots of all areas of torts.

    • Establishes the foundation for further and more specific study of torts and the law. Ex.___

  • Careers in torts for attorneys and paralegals.

    • Provides students with a sound introduction to the American legal system and their job options. Ex.___

  • Basic concepts of tort law which can be applied in every state.

    • Lessens confusion for students and does not limit them to a particular jurisdiction. Ex.___

  • Timeless tort law—Shows that the basic concepts of tort law do not change with each new legislative session.

    • Gives students a solid understanding of the fundamentals of tort law. Ex.___

  • Plenty of examples integrated throughout.

    • Helps clarify new concepts for students and deepen their understanding of the law, while demonstrating how torts will be used on the job. Ex.___

  • Thought-provoking chapter-end questions.

    • Stimulate students' thinking and help open their eyes to new perspectives on tort law. Ex.___



Preface.


Introduction.


1. Introduction to Law.


2. Introduction to Torts: Intent, Negligence, and Liability Without Fault.


3. Torts against the Person: Intentional, Negligent, and Without Fault.


4. Torts against Property: Intentional, Negligent, and Without Fault.


5. Torts against Reputation: Intentional, Negligent, and Without Fault.


6. Malpractice: Intentional, Negligent, and Without Fault.


7. Torts against Other Civil Rights: Intentional, Negligent, and Without Fault.


8. Defenses, Remedies, and Damages.


9. Careers in Tort Law.


Appendix: U. S. Constitution.

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