Principles of Infringement Rules and Damages: A Collection of Essays on Civil and Commercial Law

Author: Chen Chongfu
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: This book discusses two main parts. The first part covers the principles of liability for tort, and the second part discusses the damages for tortious acts. Regarding the principles of liability for tort, the book explores negligence liability, presumed negligence liability, and no-fault liability. On the topic of negligence liability, the book examines the emergence and breach of the duty of care. Regarding presumed negligence liability, the book reviews the violation of laws protecting others and the employer's liability for the actions of their employees while performing duties. Regarding hazardous liability, the book discusses the types of cases involving hazardous liability and the controversy surrounding the service no-fault liability under the Consumer Protection Act. In terms of damages, the book introduces the concept of punitive damages in American law and the debate over reform movements concerning this system. Additionally, the book explores and explains the relationship between insurance compensation and the doctrine of mitigation of damages, as well as recent developments in Taiwan's courts regarding these issues.