LAW OF TORTS
Karnataka State Law University · LL.B. Semester 1 · Course-III
Unit 1
Evolution of law of torts- Nature and scope of law of torts- Meaning- Torts distinguished from Contract- Crime- Development of Ubi jus ibi Remedium- Mental elements-Intention, Motive, Malice in Law and in Fact.
Unit 2
General Defences, Vicarious Liability.
Unit 3
Negligence; Nuisance; Absolute and Strict liability. · Legal Remedies-Awards-Remoteness of damage.
Unit 4
Torts against person: Torts affecting body- Assault, Battery, Mayhem and False Imprisonment; Torts affecting reputation-Libel and Slander, Torts affecting freedom- Malicious Prosecution, Malicious Civil Action and Abuse of Legal Process; Torts affecting domestic and other rights-Marital Rights, Parental Rights, Rights to Service, Contractual Rights, Intimidation and Conspiracy; Torts against property.
Unit 5
Consumer Protection Act, 1986