Great Debates in Tort Law

In this excellent volume, Dr Morgan carves clear and helpful pathways through the densest, most prominent and hotly contested theories of tort law. For newcomers, it is an essential roadmap to what would otherwise probably be a daunting and trackless morass, with warnings of all the major hazards carefully highlighted. * John Murphy, Lancaster University, UK *
Tort law is deceptively difficult. Legal doctrine, theory, and public policy all jostle for attention. Jonathan Morgan is a sure-footed guide to the subject, alive to the flaws and limitations within these traditions. His work is incisive, and sometimes contentious—but never dull. * Warren Swain, University of Auckland, New Zealand *
Debates in tort law are as numerous as they are difficult to navigate. From contested theories of justice to the formulation of specific torts, disagreement is pervasive. This is an ideal companion for the intellectual tort law journey, guiding the reader through the most significant of these debates without dogmatism. * Sarah Green, Law Commission, UK *
Morgan has done a marvellous job of collecting, synthesising and critiquing a breathtaking array of literature from the full spectrum of tort law theorists. Academics, practitioners and students alike will benefit from the careful identification of, and insights into, the major doctrinal and conceptual debates in modern English tort law. * Mark Lunney, King’s College London, UK *
An excellent introduction to several disputes that divide contemporary tort scholars. Dr Morgan achieves the impressive feat of balancing a fair presentation of rival positions with helpful guidance on how to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses. A valuable springboard for any student eager to join the fray. * Roderick Bagshaw, University of Oxford, UK *
Great Debates in Tort Law is a gem of a book. The reader is taken on an engaging and insightful tour of the most significant controversies in tort law by a wise and even-handed guide. This is tort theory at its practical best. * Andrew Robertson, University of Melbourne, Australia *
This sophisticated and wide-ranging guide to current debates in tort law and scholarship will enable students to rapidly develop a deep understanding of this dynamic and challenging subject. Great Debates in Tort Law brilliantly weaves together a plethora of recent writings on tort law and makes fascinating connections between different parts of the syllabus. As a supplement to the core textbooks it is without equal. * Donal Nolan, University of Oxford, UK *
This is a really great book that summarises and explains crucial debates in tort law. The structure and presentation of issues provides an easy introduction for students into the various problem areas. The variety of approaches laid out in this fascinating volume enables students to better understand contested theories of tort law and helps students to familiarise themselves with different analytical approaches. -- Sebastian Peyer * University of East Anglia *
This is an excellent and well put together textbook. I have no hesitation to recommend this to my students. -- Eliza Watt * Middlesex University *