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Basic Tort Law: Cases, Statutes, and Problems: Cases, Statutes, and Problems, Sixth Edition

Cases, Statutes, and Problems

Basic Tort Law: Cases, Statutes, and Problems

If you want your students to have a solid foundation in the doctrine, theory, and applications of tort law when they complete your course, this accessible coursebook deserves your careful consideration. Basic Tort Law: Cases, Statutes, and Problems presents a clear, explicit review of content, excellent case selection, and memorable, classtested problems.This concise, practical casebook was written with the needs of both instructors and students in mind: - the expert authors draw on their years of experience; Arthur Best is the author of the enormously successful Examples & Explanations study guide on Evidence - clear, direct text introduces cases and explains important concepts; nothing is hidden from the student - a balanced presentation of modern and classic cases includes Vaughan v. Menlove (standard of care), Vincent v. Lake Erie Transportation Co. (the doctrine of "incomplete privilege"), and Greenman v. Yuba Power (product liability) - appealing and memorable problems based on actual reported cases reinforce understanding and build analytical skills - the book is distinctly contemporary, reflecting the most current thinking on key issues - ample background information places cases and statutes in context - accessible notes highlight key issues, alternative perspectives, and basic theoryAn exceptionally thorough Teacher's Manual accompanies the book with: - sample syllabi and guidance for structuring four-and six-credit courses - detailed suggestions for class preparation, including specific tips on how to present the cases and materials - answers and analysis for all the problems and questions raised in the book - multiple choice and true/falsequizzes usable in an internet-based automatic quiz systemsGive your students a casebook that builds their confidence as it expands their knowledge--Best and Barnes' Basic Tort Law: Cases, Statutes, and Problems.

Basic Tort Law

Buy a new version of this Connected Casebook and receive access to the online e-book, practice questions from your favorite study aids, and an outline tool on CasebookConnect, the all in one learning solution for law school students. CasebookConnect offers you what you need most to be successful in your law school classes—portability, meaningful feedback, and greater efficiency. Offering comprehensive coverage that is suitable for one or two semester torts courses, Basic Tort Law: Cases, Statutes, and Problems, Fifth Edition’s flexible organization accommodates courses that begin either with coverage of intentional torts in Chapter 2 or negligence, beginning with Chapter 3. Chapters 9-17 allow teachers to select additional topics that fit best with their curriculum and interests. Key Features: Cases edited to moderate length, so professors can help students analyze judicial reasoning and treatment of policy implications. Practice-oriented problems in each chapter. A new section on the intentional tort of false imprisonment, covering the concepts of confinement, consent, intentionality, and the shopkeeper’s privilege. A new case addressing whether strict liability for abnormally dangerous activities applies to fracking, which, juxtaposed with another featured case, illustrates the differing ways courts have approached the Restatement factors. A new case discussing joint and several liability, offering a straightforward introduction that enhances or may be substituted for a more detailed treatment of this complicated area. CasebookConnect features: ONLINE E-BOOK Law school comes with a lot of reading, so access your enhanced e-book anytime, anywhere to keep up with your coursework. Highlight, take notes in the margins, and search the full text to quickly find coverage of legal topics. PRACTICE QUESTIONS Quiz yourself before class and prep for your exam in the Study Center. Practice questions from Examples & Explanations, Emanuel Law Outlines, Emanuel Law in a Flash flashcards, and other best-selling study aid series help you study for exams while tracking your strengths and weaknesses to help optimize your study time. OUTLINE TOOL Most professors will tell you that starting your outline early is key to being successful in your law school classes. The Outline Tool automatically populates your notes and highlights from the e-book into an editable format to accelerate your outline creation and increase study time later in the semester.

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