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8773T Environmental & Toxic Torts (2-3)

An advanced torts course about compensation for damages caused by toxic contamination. It will address advanced theories of nuisance, trespass, negligence and strict liability. Particular emphasis will be given to proof and causation problems, and to novel and evolving legal theories for recovery. The course will also consider the problems posed by multiple parties, vicarious liability, and the interaction between common law and statutory remedies. The content will be tailored to supplement the environmental law curriculum. Offered: Winter Semester 2001

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