Toxic Tort Law blends private and public law resulting in its own set of unique problems and challenges. Because this area is gaining prominence, it’s developing its own jurisprudence. Introduces the study of toxic torts and identifies the theories of liabilities, including the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA). Covers special defendants, defenses, causation, injuries, and damages. Text also addresses mass toxic torts and delves into the case of environmental tobacco smoke.

Toxic Torts in a Nutshell (Nutshell Series)

Eggen, Jean MacChiaroli

Business

West

<p>This work introduces the study of toxic torts and identifies the theories of liability related to both toxic products and environmental pollution. It also covers special defendants, such as employers, governmental entities, and government contractors; workers’ compensation; insurance coverage issues; key defenses such as statutes of limitations and preemption; causation and scientific evidence; and new theories of injury and damages. A chapter examines regulation of hazardous releases into the environment under the federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA). The work also addresses mass toxic torts and examines emerging actions related to nanotechnology and hydraulic fracturing.</p>

Toxic Torts in a Nutshell (Nutshells)

Environmental & Natural Resources Law

West Academic Publishing

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Toxic Torts in a Nutshell (Nutshell Series)

Toxic Torts in a Nutshell (Nutshells)