About This Book
Tort Law and Alternatives: Cases and Materials, 11th Edition
This widely-adopted casebook is a comprehensive resource for understanding the major aspects of tort law. Authored by Marc A. Franklin, Robert L. Rabin, Michael D. Green, Mark A. Geistfeld, and Nora Freeman Engstrom, it is part of the University Casebook Series.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in tort law courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the principles of tort law, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of legal principles.
History and Editions
The 11th edition of Tort Law and Alternatives: Cases and Materials has been updated to reflect evolving developments in recent case law and legislative activity. This edition includes comprehensive chapters on negligence, strict liability, no-fault legislation, products liability, damages and insurance, defamation, privacy, economic torts, and alternatives to tort law. The chapter on intentional torts has been restructured to facilitate its use as a starting point for the course.
Author and Other Works
- Marc A. Franklin: A professor at Stanford Law School, known for his contributions to tort law and his ability to present complex legal concepts in an accessible manner.
- Robert L. Rabin: Also a professor at Stanford Law School, recognized for his expertise in tort law and its applications.
- Michael D. Green: A professor at Washington University School of Law, contributing to the book's comprehensive coverage of tort law.
- Mark A. Geistfeld: A professor at New York University School of Law, bringing his expertise in tort law to the text.
- Nora Freeman Engstrom: A professor at Stanford Law School, ensuring that the book remains current and relevant with her insights into tort policy and judicial opinions.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers all major aspects of tort law with expertly edited cases and original text.
- Updated Case Law: Reflects evolving developments in recent case law and legislative activity.
- Critical Thinking: Notes and questions following principal cases are designed to supplement students’ knowledge and encourage critical thinking about judicial opinions and tort policy.
- Digital Resources: Available in CasebookPlus format, which includes a downloadable eBook with highlighting and note-taking capabilities, as well as access to a digital Learning Library with chapter questions, Black Letter Law questions, and subject area review questions.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781647084899
- eBook: Available with free 14-day digital access immediately after purchase (sign-in required)
- Digital Learning Library: Includes chapter questions, Black Letter Law questions, and subject area review questions for end-of-semester use
Publication Details
- Publisher: Foundation Press
- Publication Date: May 7, 2021
- Number of Pages: 1376
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- 10th Edition: Not available for this specific book; the 11th edition is the latest version.
- Related ISBNs:
- 164708489X (ISBN-10)
- 9781647084899 (ISBN-13)
- Note: The other ISBNs listed below are not duplicates and are accurate representations of related formats or editions that might be available through different retailers or sources:
- For example, if there were other formats like eTextbook or rental options, they would be listed here with their respective ISBNs.
Additional Information
- CasebookPlus: This title is available in our CasebookPlus format, which provides support beyond your classroom lectures and materials by offering additional digital resources to you and your students.
- Availability: This book is in stock and available for purchase through various retailers.
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Tort Law and Alternatives: Cases and Materials, 11th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.