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In-Class Exercise You are a wise federal trial judge with experience managing multidistrict litigation for toxic harms. Policymakers are considering establishing a compensation fund for victims of toxic harms. You have been asked to advise the group that is drafting the proposal.

Logistics Office hours Today, in this classroom 11am - ??? Questions over email I will respond to substantive questions submitted before Wednesday, May 3. On Wednesday, I will email the whole class my responses to all questions that I have received.

But first… Thanksgiving Supplement Recommendations For Review: Understanding Torts For Practice Problems: Tort Law and Practice Course Roadmap https://www.colin-doyle.net/torts/course-content/roadmap/ Tort of Negligence Plaintiff must prove:

But first… Danger invites rescue Danger invites rescue Outlining What is the purpose of an outline? Blueprint Roadmap Instruction manual Instructions for processing unfamiliar facts Exam writing process Identify the issue State the correct legal rule Apply the rule to the facts Analyze nuances (like gaps, contradictions, ambiguities) Structural pattern in outline Issue — Rule — Application — Nuances

Where are we? I. Introduction II. Remedies III. Negligence IV. Strict Liability V. Intentional Torts VI. Alternatives to Tort III. Negligence A. Introduction to the Concept B. Duty / Breach C.

Remember the first week of class? How to Read a Case Before you begin: Connect with your core values. Discern your immediate goal. Why take this preliminary step?

Toxic Harms Why is the tort system such a poor fit? Three frequent problems: Can’t be certain that the toxin was a “but for” cause Can’t be certain of the magnitude of the harm Can’t be certain who is responsible Mass Torts A procedural story in two parts: Amchem killed the mass tort class action

Toxic Harms Why is the tort system such a poor fit? Three frequent problems: Can’t be certain that the toxin was a “but for” cause Can’t be certain of the magnitude of the harm Can’t be certain who is responsible Mass Torts A procedural story in two parts: Amchem killed the mass tort class action

Housekeeping Office Hours Rescheduled for 1:00pm - 2:00pm today LAUSD Strike Professionalism Be on time. Be prepared. Email me if your absence can be excused. Course Syllabus: I reserve the right to reduce grades by one-third of a letter grade for poor class participation due to repeated instances of unpreparedness, lack of attention in class, refusal to participate in good faith, and absences.

Why are we learning this shit? How do alternatives to tort teach us about tort? They influence tort litigation They affect substantive doctrine Alternatives to tort help us to understand assumptions and latent choices within the common law of tort Pavia v.