Tort Law: A Comparative Introduction 2nd ed

Author: Eric Tjong Tjin Tai
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
ISBN: 9781035384952

Previous Edition ISBN: 9781803924373
Published In: August 2026
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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This thoroughly updated second edition provides a clear and structured introduction to the subject of tort law with a global outlook. It lays out an accessible overview of the key concepts and doctrines, illustrated with case law and provisions from around the world, and uses a comparative approach to explore three key jurisdictions: England, France and Germany. Including the latest developments in the field, this is the ideal textbook to aid readers’ comparative understanding of the topic by clarifying corresponding concepts and terminology.

Key Features:

Explains new doctrinal works and case law
Considers tort law families across the world, alongside customary and regional law
Explores emerging rules, such as the revised Product Liability Directive and expands definitions, such as that of defamation
Revises concepts including private nuisance and assumption of responsibility within negligence and highlights concepts that are often overlooked

This book is a valuable foundational text for those teaching, researching or being introduced to comparative tort law and international litigation.

Introduction to private law terminology

Tort law and the structure of fault liability

Fault liability in French law

The German law of delict

Torts in English law

Categorizing fault (I): formal sources of rules

Categorizing fault (II): torts and protected interests

Subjective fault: accountability and intentionality

Causality

10.

Harm and damage

11.