ABSTRACT
Essential Tort Law for SQE1 explains the key principles of tort law in a clear, easy-to-follow style. Principles are introduced and illustrated with reference to practical examples. The book demonstrates the skill of client case analysis, taking a clear and structured approach to analysing the facts of a client’s case and then applying the relevant principles. It also includes a range of supportive features:
- Revision points: Each chapter concludes with a concise list of key revision points.
- Problem questions: To test understanding and analytical skills applied to practical scenarios. A companion website also provides suggested answers.
- Multiple choice questions: Each section of the book provides multiple choice questions following the SQE1 question format (with answers to enable you to test your knowledge). Further multiple choice questions and answers are also provided on the companion website.
The first in a series of books aimed at those preparing for SQE1, this concise and accessible text provides a clear understanding of the tort element of SQE1 and enables you to test your assessment skills.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part 1|13 pages
Introduction to claims and remedies in tort
part 2|20 pages
Trespass to land and to the person
part 3|36 pages
Negligence
part 4|14 pages
General defences
part 5|19 pages
Negligence: limited duty situations
part 6|15 pages
Remedies in tort
part 7|19 pages
Employers' liability and vicarious liability
part 8|20 pages
Occupiers' liability
part 9|12 pages
Product liability
part 10|30 pages
Nuisance
part 11|16 pages
Protections for reputation and private information
part 12|84 pages
Client case analysis in tort