The second edition of Torts – The Laws of Australia edited by Dr Paul Vout has been  published by Thomson Lawbook Co.

This edition is a comprehensive work providing thorough analysis of the principles of tort law, grouped into the
following topics:

• Tort and contract
• Negligence
• Occupiers’ liability
• Product liability
• Breach of statutory duty
• Strict liability
• Nuisance
• Trespass and intentional torts
• Defences
• Damages
• Concurrent torts

The second edition explores the impact of tort law reform, with clear and concise commentary on the progression of tort law since the enactment of the Civil Liability Acts. Included are discussions of cases such as Roads & Traffic Authority (NSW) v Dederer [2007] HCA 42, Leichhardt Municipal Council v Montgomery (2007) 81 ALJR 686, Harriton v Stephens (2006) 222 CLR 52, Vairy v Wyong Shire Council (2005) 223 CLR 422 and Ruddock v Taylor (2005) 222 CLR 612.

Under the editorial guidance of Dr Paul Vout, Barrister and Lecturer at the University of Melbourne, expert authorship by legal practitioners ensures that Torts – The Laws of Australia (Second Edition) delivers a practical approach to this dynamic area of the law.

The Hon Justice Michael Kirby AC CMG wrote in his foreword to this edition:

A particularly valuable contribution of this work is that it provides the reader with many references to the intersection of common law and statutory provisions. This is a fast moving feast. Legislation is being enacted all the time. For the judge and practising lawyer, there is no alternative but to check the up to date state of play. Fortunately, The Laws of Australia service and automated systems make this easier than once it was.

To order or for more information on the second edition of Torts – The Laws of Australia please call 1300 304 195 or email LRA.Service@thomson.com.