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Torts and Compensation, Personal Accountability and Social Responsibility for Injury, Concise
ISBN: 9781685614058
Torts and Compensation, Personal Accountability and Social Responsibility for Injury, Concise is a comprehensive and up-to-date textbook in the field of torts law. Written by renowned authors Dan B. Dobbs, Paul T. Hayden, and Ellen M. Bublick, this book is a perennial favorite among students and faculty alike. It offers the most current and extensive coverage of tort law available, making it an essential resource for both introductory and advanced courses in torts.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in torts law courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the principles of personal accountability and social responsibility in injury cases, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of tort law concepts.
History and Editions
The 9th edition of Torts and Compensation, Personal Accountability and Social Responsibility for Injury, Concise has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on various tort law topics. This edition includes dozens of new cases (both primary cases and case citations in notes) that were decided since the publication of the 8th edition in 2017. Topics given new or expanded treatment include qualified immunity in §1983 cases, battery by “gif,†trespass in cases involving drones and fracking, liability of Amazon as a seller in products liability actions, and defamation over the internet.
Author and Other Works
Dan B. Dobbs is a professor at the University of Arizona College of Law. Paul T. Hayden is a professor at Loyola Law School - LA. Ellen M. Bublick is a professor at Arizona State University College of Law. The authors are well-respected in the field of torts law and have written extensively on the subject. This book is part of their leading Torts treatise series, ensuring that it remains current and relevant.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in torts law, including detailed explanations and examples.
- Updated Cases: Incorporates dozens of new cases decided since the 8th edition, providing students with the latest developments in tort law.
- Streamlined Format: The concise edition is streamlined for professors who teach a four-unit course or who want to cover fewer pages per day yet retain complete coverage.
- Digital Resources: Includes access to a downloadable eBook with the ability to highlight and add notes, as well as 12-month access to a digital Learning Library complete with self-assessment quizzes, leading study aids, an outline starter, and the Gilbert Law Dictionary.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781685614058
- eBook: ISBN-13: 9781684675913
- CasebookPlus: ISBN-13: 9781685614058
Publication Details
- Publisher: West Academic Publishing
- Publication Date: August 1, 2022
- Number of Pages: 851
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
The book is available in various formats to suit different learning needs. The CasebookPlus format includes a new print or digital casebook, access to a downloadable eBook with highlighting and note-taking capabilities, and 12-month access to a digital Learning Library.
Related ISBNs:
- CasebookPlus (Hardbound): ISBN-13: 9781685614058
- eBook: ISBN-13: 9781684675913
- CasebookPlus (Digital Access Code Only): ISBN-13: (available through specific retailers)
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Torts and Compensation, Personal Accountability and Social Responsibility for Injury, Concise, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
