Module Details
Module Code: |
LAWS C2319 |
Module Title:
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Tort Law 2
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Title:
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Tort Law 2
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Module Level:: |
8 |
Module Coordinator: |
Eileen Doyle
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Module Author:: |
John Tully
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Module Description: |
To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the general principles of tort law by examining the various forms of liability attaching to the main torts; the principles upon which liability is based in such areas as negligence, nuisance, liability for escapes, trespass and defamation; the relationship between common law, legislation and judicial policy. This module also aims to contribute to the development of the student’s skills in legal analysis and problem-solving as well as research and reasoning skills.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Solve legal problems by analysing factual situations and identifying and applying the relevant law in order to produce
reasoned solutions. |
LO2 |
Explain the role of tort law in addressing the requirements of public policy and issues of personal responsibility. |
LO3 |
Demonstrate understanding of both general and specific defences and the remedies available in an action in tort law. |
LO4 |
Critically evaluate existing tort law in order to produce convincing arguments for reform. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Trespass
Introduction • General Characteristics • Trespass to the Person • Trespass to land • Trespass to chattels • Defences
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Nuisance
Introduction • Private nuisance • Public Nuisance • Defences
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Strict Duties
Introduction • Rylands v Fletcher • Duty in relation to ultra-hazardous activities
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Economic Torts
Introduction • Deceit • Injurious Falsehood • Passing Off • Interference with Economic Relations • Other torts – conspiracy, intimidation, interference with contractual relations, detinue, conversion, breach of confidence
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Defamation
Introduction • Elements of a cause of action • The Common Law rules • The Defamation Act 2009 • Defences
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Emerging Causes of Action
Introduction • Interference with Constitutional Rights • Breach of EU Law • Non-contractual liability in EU law
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Miscellaneous Torts
Abuse of Process • Interference with Domestic Relations • Liability in respect of fire • Liability in respect of animals • Actions on the case •
Innominate torts
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Defences, Proofs and Limitations
Defences – contributory negligence, consent or waiver • Proof – burden and standard of proof, res ipsa loquitur, types of evidence,
appealing findings of fact • Limitation of actions
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Parties to Tort Actions
Introduction • The State • Foreign States • The EU • Associations • Minors • Mentally Disabled persons • Concurrent Wrongdoers •
Personal Representatives • Relatives
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Responsibility for Others
Introduction • Vicarious Liability • non-delegable duties • Duties of Control
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Remedies
Introduction • Damages – categories of damages and quantum • Fatal Injuries and Death • Injunctions – quia timet, mandatory, prohibitory, interim, interlocutory and perpetual injunctions • Self-help • Alternative Dispute resolution • Injuriesboard.ie
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
End of Module Formal Examination | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
14.00 |
14 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
1.50 |
1.5 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
1.50 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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John Tully. Tort Law in Ireland, [ISBN: 9781905536696].
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Bryan M E McMahon,William Binchy. (2013), Law of Torts, Bloomsbury Professional, p.2048, [ISBN: 9781847669179].
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Eoin Quill. (2014), Torts in Ireland, Gill & MacMillan, p.672, [ISBN: 0717159701].
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Paul Ward. Tort Law in Ireland, [ISBN: 904113332].
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Bryan M E McMahon (Author), William Binchy (Author). Casebook on the Irish Law of Torts, Bloomsbury Professional, [ISBN: 18459203].
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Christian Witting. Street on Torts, 15. OUP Oxford, [ISBN: 019881116].
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This module does not have any other resources |
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