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This book examines the German law of torts using the comparative method, making frequent references to American, English and French materials. Completely revised and updated, it includes a commentary on the tort provisions of the German Civil Code (with extensive further references) as well as English translations of leading decisions of the German Courts. Translations of the relevant sections of the Road Traffic Act 1952 and the Strict Liability Act 1979 have also been included. Most of the cases and statutes are accompanied by explanatory notes providing parallel solutions in English and American law, making this book a useful reference work for both established practitioners and students approaching German and comparative law for the first time. The author's previous book was "Tort Law".
This book investigates the structure and application of German tort law through a comparative legal framework. B. S. Markesinis, a recognized scholar in comparative law, utilizes a methodology that contrasts German legal principles with those found in American, English, and French jurisdictions. The text provides a systematic analysis of the German Civil Code, supported by primary source translations and detailed commentary to bridge the gap between civil and common law systems.
What You Will Find
Legal scholars and practitioners frequently cite this work as a foundational text for understanding the intersection of German and Anglo-American tort systems. Experts highlight the clarity of the translations and the utility of the explanatory notes for students and professionals alike.
Page Count:
794
Publication Date:
1990-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford Univ Pr
ISBN-10:
0198256264
ISBN-13:
9780198256267
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