In its second edition this text continues to question whether foundational principles and policies of torts law, reflect the social and moral values of modern Australian society.
Living up to its name as
The New Law of Torts
, this book has been up-dated with the latest legislative and judicial develpoment as well as the recent major cases, reflecting the changing nature of tort law.
This is an essential and accessible text as it provides a clear and succinct discussion of the interface between the statutory regime in each jurisdiction and the common law. It comprehensively covers the law as it is applicable to the whole of Australia. The book has clearly delineated parts, sections and topics for each genus of torts (trespass, action on case, statutory wrongs etc) and each species (battery, assault, negligence, nuisance). Headings and sub-headings provide useful breaks in the text, and selected cases are used not only as authorities, but also as illustrations of principal and judicial reasoning.