LAWS2233 Selected Topics in Torts
Later Year Course
| Offered By | Law School |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Laws |
| Offered in | Second Semester, 2012 and Second Semester, 2013 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
The course examines some contemporary issues in the law of torts and builds on learning undertaken in LAWS1203. The course will focus on the changes made to Australian tort law as a result of the tort reform legislation of the first decade of the twenty first century, as well as considering more problematic 'duty of care' issues in the tort of negligence. Topics may include recovery of damages for negligently inflicted pure economic loss and mental harm, statutory defences relating to recreational activities, intoxication and obvious risks, the law relating to defective products, and the law of private nuisance. |
| Learning Outcomes |
Please refer to the LAWS2233 course home page. |
| Areas of Interest | Law |
| Requisite Statement |
Torts LAWS1203. Completed or completing five LAWS courses at 1000 level. |
| Prescribed Texts |
Please refer to LAWS2233 course home page. |
| Preliminary Reading |
Please refer to LAWS2233 course home page. |
| Academic Contact | Michael Eburn |
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