This concise and accessible guide to the law of torts offers students and practitioners a comprehensive overview of this complex area of law. Covering topics such as negligence, strict liability, and intentional torts, this book provides a clear and straightforward account of the principles that govern civil liability for harm caused by wrongful acts. With numerous case examples and practical tips, this book is an ideal resource for anyone studying or practicing tort law. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.