This week’s topics
Review and coursework completion
- Reviewing the learning outcomes
- Completing and checking coursework against the criteria
- Self-assessment
What you will be able to do
- 1.1 Explain the historical origins of Tort Law.
- 1.2 Define the functions of Tort Law.
- 1.3 Define the elements of the Cause of Action.
- 1.4 Discuss the Development of the Duty of Care.
- 1.5 Define public and private nuisance.
- 2.1 Define economic loss.
- 2.2 Explain the difference between pure and consequential economic loss.
- 2.3 Explain the concept of Defamation.
- 2.4 Define Trespass to Land.
- 2.5 Discuss the nature and operation of vicarious liability.
- 3.1 Explain Contributory Negligence and Negligence Defences.
- 3.2 Discuss Occupiers Liability and defences.
- 3.3 Evaluate defences and remedies in nuisance.
- 3.4 Analyse defamation defences.
- 3.5 Define the damages that can be sought by the claimant for trespass of land.
Activity
Guided review of every criterion; coursework completion clinic and peer review.
Study materials
The teaching notes, exercises and videos of this week are in the student portal. Your portal is set up as soon as you receive final acceptance, so you can open them before the semester starts.