Toxic Torts in a Nutshell (Nutshells)

by Jean MacChiaroli Eggen

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1628103515
• ISBN13: 9781628103519
• Release Date: July 2015
• Publisher: West Academic Publishing
• Length: 562 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.4" x 4.9"