Torts II Not offered Spring 2012

This course takes up where Torts I left off. It examines particular fields of tort law in which special problems arise and in which intent, negligence, and strict liability are involved and intermingled as possible bases for recovery. Subjects covered include products liability, fraud and other misrepresentations, libel and slander, invasion of privacy, misuse of legal procedure, and interference with contractual and other economic relations.

The American Bar Association accreditation standards require students to regularly attend the courses in which they are registered. Lewis & Clark expects students to attend classes regularly and to prepare for classes conscientiously. Specific attendance requirements may vary from course to course. Any attendance guidelines for a given class must be provided to students in a syllabus or other written document at the start of the semester. Sanctions (e.g., required withdrawal from the course, grade adjustment, and/or a failing grade) will be imposed for poor attendance.

Torts II: Toxic Torts

This course is NOT open to persons who have taken the regular Torts II course. This course covers toxic contamination of water, air, and the earth as well as toxic substances marketed for human use. It covers theories of liability (unreasonably dangerous activities, trespass, products liability, and nuisance), causation and injury issues, defenses, and other issues relevant to toxic exposure.

The American Bar Association accreditation standards require students to regularly attend the courses in which they are registered. Lewis & Clark expects students to attend classes regularly and to prepare for classes conscientiously. Specific attendance requirements may vary from course to course. Any attendance guidelines for a given class must be provided to students in a syllabus or other written document at the start of the semester. Sanctions (e.g., required withdrawal from the course, grade adjustment, and/or a failing grade) will be imposed for poor attendance.

*Typically offered every other year