Tort Law For Legal Assistants

Written for the one-term course in Tort Law or Torts and Personal Injury Litigation specifically for paralegals or legal assistants. Provides a realistic and practical introduction to tort concepts, emphasizing skills and techniques used on-the-job. Edited cases illustrate concepts. Hypothetical examples inspire active student participation. Charts/illustrations visually reinforce concepts.

Tort Law for Paralegals by Neal R. Bevans combines real-life examples with in-depth coverage of key topics in tort law Tort Law for Paralegals prepares students with practice-based assignments and a wealth of activities that reinforce the material. Students work with court forms and documents as they apply the law to a hypothetical case that unfolds throughout the text. Case excerpts in each chapter provide a basis for discussing legal theory and its applications. Ethics topics are also covered in each chapter. Well-structured pedagogy reinforces this readable text. Each chapter features a variety of effective learning aids, including sample forms and documents as well as exercises that encourage students to apply what they have learned. The Skills You Need in the Real World feature in each chapter highlights specific paralegal skills, from locating expert witnesses to creating a trial notebook and billing for time. New to the Seventh Edition: Updated throughout to reflect the most recent changes in tort law Issues in tort law raised by the COVID-19 virus are examined New cases that exemplify what paralegals see in practice Updated end-of-chapter questions, activities, and assignments to enrich learning Professors and students will benefit from: Comprehensive coverage, with a teachable mix of theory and practice. Presentation ensures that the topic of tort law is current and accessible for all readers Practice-based assignments and real-world examples that show how law firms function, how they assess cases for settlement value, how they investigate claims, and much more Lucid writing and effective pedagogy One continuous hypothetical case that serves as a coherent framework for understanding legal concepts in practice

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"Textbook on torts/personal injury for paralegal students"--

Providing a sound introduction to law and the American legal system, this well-written and easy-to-follow guide to understanding torts shows readers the critical role this branch of law plays and how it affects people from all walks of life.Begins with an introduction to laws, followed by an introduction to torts, then offer full chapter coverage on torts to the person, property, and reputation; malpractice; torts to other civil rights; defenses, remedies and damages involving the torts learned; and careers in torts for attorneys and paralegals. Discusses generalnot state-specifictort laws, and shows that the basic concepts of tort law are rooted in a particular set of ideas which do not change with each new legislative session. Integrates many examples throughout to clarify material, add perspective, and deepen understanding.For legal assistants, court reporters, personal injury lawyers, entertainment lawyers, or anyone who wants a fundamental understanding of torts.

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. Tort Law for Paralegals, Second Edition offers a unique perspective that frames torts within the context of the litigation process. Covering all major torts, it breaks each one down into its essential elements so readers learn what the plaintiff will have to prove to win the case. With this court room focus, the authors explore negligence, business torts, liabilities and intentional torts. Filled with updated cases and laws, this edition includes a new chapter on torts and relationships. Unique in perspective, it encourages students to move beyond just memorization using critical thinking questions and hypothetical scenarios that encourage application.

For courses in Torts or Torts and Personal Injury. Written by a trial lawyer who has had 37 years of practical experience in torts and personal injury law and moving beyond traditional torts textbooks, Tort and Personal Injury Law for the Paralegal covers the topics that help win and lose cases. In addition to the traditional black letter law of torts, the book offers unique chapters on medical and insurance issues--preparing paralegals for the real tasks they are likely to face in today's workplace. This revolutionary book is filled with authentic legal, medical and insurance documents that allow students to learn how documents are constructed and where to find critical information. End-of-chapter assignments and instructor materials simulate a supervising attorney's work requests and help students build skills and create samples for prospective employers.

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This book provides an in-depth look at the basic principles of tort law. Each chapter presents fundamental principles, theories, rules, statutes, case law, and supporting commentary (from the Restatement and Prosser), and provides review questions and opportunities to apply the principles presented. Begins with an overview of the field of torts. Provides an in-depth analysis of negligence law, problems of proving negligence, and the defenses available. Considers issues and problems involved in the intentional torts. Covers special situations that arise from an injury to a person or property in a particular manner other than through negligence and intentional torts — e.g., tort immunity, premises liability, nuisance, vicarious liability, product liability, and absolute liability. Paralegals and legal assistants.