This unit takes a comparative approach to the law of remedies for civil wrongs. It examines the treatment of selected remedial issues in various common law jurisdictions.The topics covered include the following: Aims and methods of comparative legal studies; Compensation for non-pecuniary loss in contract and tort; Effect of contributory negligence in contract and tort; Liability of multiple wrongdoers; Gain-based remedies in contract and tort; Punitive damages in contract and tort; Vindication as an aim of damages; Specific relief and personal-service agreements. -- Course Website
Prerequisites: LAW1101 Introduction to legal reasoning; LAW1104 Research and writing; LAW2101 Contract A and LAW2102 Contract B, or an equivalent introductory course in contract law at another university; LAW2201 Torts A and LAW2202 Torts B, or an equivalent introductor
