LLAW2311 Torts

2020

4.5

1 x 2-hour workshop weekly
1 x 1-hour on-line lecture weekly

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Assignment(s), Examination(s)

This topic will provide students with the ability to identify, analyse, and apply the legal principles in relation to various torts (including negligence), their defences and damages. The topic will further inform students about the principles and policy considerations that influence the development of law in this area. Students will practice their critical and creative thinking skills when examining the broader context in which the law of torts operates, both from a societal and comparative perspective.

The law of torts has evolved from pure common law to a mix of common law and statutes like the Civil Liability Act. Hence, the topic will allow students to hone their skills in both statutory interpretation and legal case reading. Torts also provides students the opportunity to reflect on their (moral) norms and practice as lawyers, including communication with clients.

The educational aims of this topic are to:

• Introduce students to the role of the law of torts in the Australian legal system

• Assist students in developing their capacity to analyse situations and accurately identify and apply the relevant principles of law

• Provide students with the ability to identify, analyse, apply and argue substantive areas of torts, including the elements of, and defences to, negligence and other torts against the person and property

• Introduce students to the types and assessment of damages in torts litigation

• Encourage students to reflect on the functions of the law of torts and to evaluate critically its past, present and future operation in Australian society;

• Nurture students’ ability to provide a reasoned assessment of parties' rights and liabilities

• Aid students in a practice of reflection that enables them to become more effective professionals.

On completion of this topic students will be expected to be able to:

1. Describe the mechanisms by which the legal system provides for compensation for interference with protected interests under tort law

2. Identify relevant tort claims (’legal issues’) in a given situation and articulate these using legal terms

3. Derive rules from primary sources (cases and legislation) and interpret these in accordance with rules for statutory and case interpretation

4. Correctly apply the law to the different elements and defences of tort claims, whilst thinking strategically about litigation prospects

5. Communicate legal advice in a manner appropriate for the audience

6. Demonstrate mature reflection on their developing legal skills and attitudes and professionalism.