Category: Torts (1L)
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1L Torts Outline
Top 4 Supplements for 1L Torts: We need to consider two factors in Tort Liability Intentional torts: fault based torts (fault is required) Development of Liability based upon Fault Need some finding of fault to impose liability. If the D did not intend to fire the musket, there may be some circumstances where he is…
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Condensed Torts Outline
Intentional torts: fault based torts (fault is required) Intentional Interference with Person or Property Mistake: Result is intended at time act was committed, but D claims to have acted under erroneous but reasonable belief that would have explained the conduct. Didn’t intend exactly what happened Mistake: Result was intended. I intended harm to the animal…
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Torts Outline – 1L
Top 4 Supplements for 1L Torts: We need to consider two factors in Tort Liability Torts Outline Prof. Ursin II. Intentional Torts Goals of the Torts System Accident reduction, place liability where it is most likely to prevent harm Compensation to innocent victims Loss distribution (insurance etc) Fairness and justice Negligence The failure to exercise the…
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Torts Outline – Condensed (1L)
Top 4 Supplements for 1L Torts: We need to consider two factors in Tort Liability Intentional Torts Battery Intentional infliction of harmful or offensive bodily contact (define each word) Has to be an act has to be intent, to bring contact or apprehension Intent 2 prongs Purpose of having contact OR Knowledge contact is substantially certain…