This accessible textbook provides an introductory guide to tort law, with a structured explanation of the key concepts and doctrines. Using a comparative approach, the discussion is illustrated with case law and provisions from three key jurisdictions: England, France and Germany. With liberal reference to other codes and cases from around the world, the book gives readers a contextual understanding and will appeal to classes with a global outlook.

Key Features:







Examples of different solutions show how tort law is implemented in a variety of jurisdictions


Direct comparison of legal systems helps readers to match different kinds of property or damage in civil and common law systems


Translated provisions from codes and statutes facilitate access to the systems of French and German law in particular


Clarification of corresponding concepts and terminology, as well as guidelines and examples to help readers find their way in a legal environment that is not restricted to a single jurisdiction


Introductory guidance to tort law systems outside Europe



Providing readers with a working knowledge of major tort law systems as well as a greater understanding of the main concepts in tort law, this textbook will be an important resource for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.