1. The Positive Economic Theory of Tort Law

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. Preface vii
3. Contents xi
4. 1. The Positive Economic Theory of Tort Law 1
5. 2. Property Rights versus Liability Rules 29
6. 3. Strict Liability versus Negligence 54
7. 4. Basic Principles of Accident Law 85
8. 5. Additional Principles of Accident Law 123
9. 6. Intentional Torts and Damages 149
10. 7. Joint and Multiple Torts 190
11. 8. Causation 228
12. 9. Catastrophic Personal Injuries 256
13. 10. Products Liability and Industrial-Accident Law 273
14. 11. A Brief Summary, with Suggestions for Further Research 312
15. Case Index 317
16. Author Index 321
17. Subject Index 325