Contemporary Australian Tort Law (Enhanced Edition)

Contemporary Australian Tort Law is an engaging, accessible and student-friendly introduction to the law of torts in Australia. This unique text presents the foundational topics of tort law in a logical way, covering duty of care, breaches, negligence, damages and defences, as well as higher-level topics such as defamation and offences in public office. Each chapter is supported by tools for self-assessment and self-reflection: review questions throughout the chapter; case boxes that delve into important historical cases; and longer, narrative problems that challenge students to apply the principles they've learned in the chapter to real-world scenarios. Exploring the history of torts in Australia alongside more recent cases and newer issues, Contemporary Australian Tort Law is both comprehensive and user friendly. This book is an indispensable resource for law students taking their first course in tort law.