Simon Deakin, Angus P. R. Johnston, Basil Markesinis
Abstract
This chapter discusses the following: the duty concept and the elements of the tort of negligence; formulating the duty of care; kinds of damage; the manner of infliction; and the way in which the notion of duty confines liability by reference to the nature of the parties involved.
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This chapter discusses the following: the duty concept and the elements of the tort of negligence; formulating the duty of care; kinds of damage; the manner of infliction; and the way in which the notion of duty confines liability by reference to the nature of the parties involved.
Key concepts: Duty, Duty of care, Liability, Tort, Business, Strict liability, Law and economics, Law