1. The nature and functions of tort law -- 2. Intentional physical and emotional harm -- 3. The negligence standard -- 4. Proof of negligence -- 5. Cause-in-fact -- 6. The scope of liability : proximate cause -- 7. Defenses based on plaintiff's conduct -- 8. Strict liability -- 9. Products liability -- 10. Damages -- 11. Affirmative and limited duties -- 12. Insurance, tort reform, and no-fault systems -- 13. Reputational and dignitary harms : defamation and invasion of privacy -- 14. Economic harms : misrepresentation, and interference with contract or prospective contractual advantage.
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