Law of Tort

Renowned for its excellent case law coverage and student-friendly approach, Law of Tort offers a comprehensive, clear and straightforward account of the law, making it a must-read for LLB or GDL students.

This 14th edition includes:   New ‘Thinking points’ which highlight the key debates and controversies in the subject, helping you to think critically about the legal principles discussed. New diagrams to illustrate complex principles in a clear and accessible manner. Updated case summaries which explicitly highlight the facts, ruling and significance of each case discussed, ensuring you understand not only the outcome of that case, but its wider implications for law and policy. Coverage of the key developments in the subject, including Supreme Court decisions in Steel v NRAM Limited (2018) on economic loss; Robinson v Chief Constable of West Yorkshire Police (2018) and Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis v DSD (2018) regarding liability for public authorities; and Sir Cliff Richard v BBC and South Yorkshire Police (2018) on privacy. Free access to a companion website with additional resources to support your study, available at www.pearsoned.co.uk/cooke

About the author:

John Cooke was formerly Professor of Common Law at Liverpool John Moores University. He has over thirty years of teaching experience and has lectured, researched and written widely in the areas of obligations, media law and medical law.