麻豆影音

Eggen's Toxic Torts in a Nutshell, 7th

Imprint
麻豆影音 Publishing
ISBN-13
9781685616410
Primary Subject
Toxic Torts/Hazardous Matls
Format
Softbound
Copyright
2023
Series
Nutshells
Publication Date
09/26/2023

Description

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鈥 compensation; insurance coverage issues; key defenses such as statutes of limitations and preemption; causation and scientific evidence; and new theories of injury and damages. The work also addresses mass toxic torts and the procedural issues that accompany them. Substantial updates include public nuisance actions; liability for 鈥渢ake-home鈥 toxins; and numerous issues arising in litigation involving talc, PFAS (鈥渇orever chemicals鈥); e-cigarettes; glyphosate; and opioids.