· Offers unrivalled coverage of all aspects of the English legal system, including coverage of core concepts in law that are not typically found in other textbooks in this area · The authors' trademark clarity of writing combines with complete coverage of the key topics, case law and statutes at play required for use by anyone requiring a solid grasp of the workings of the English legal system · Areas of academic debate, criticisms of the current law and reform options are highlighted throughout the text to encourage the reader to analyse and develop their own views on the more controversial areas of tort law · The authors use a range of tools to help you to get to grips with the subject quickly and to reinforce your understanding, including: o Key case boxes to help you identify and understand the legal principles developed from leading case law o Topical issue boxes to illustrate how the law applies in real-world situations o Typical exam questions and detailed guidance on answering them to illustrate how to apply the legal principles in exams o Additional reading suggestions to encourage you to read more widely around the subject.