Each chapter of
Mississippi Law of Torts provides a broad overview of a major topic in tort law. This work also offers examples of case law and secondary sources, comparing common-law and Restatement principles to the current statutory scheme, as well as contrasting Mississippi state practices with those of other jurisdictions. Topics include:
- Statutory enactments
- Intentional torts
- The negligence cause of action
- Malpractice
- Owners and occupiers of land
- Joint tortfeasors
- Vicarious liability and strict liability
- Nuisance
- Misrepresentation
- Defamation
- Misuse of legal procedures
- Invasions of privacy
- Wrongful death and survival
- Products liability
- Immunities
- Business torts
- Damages
- Liability of insurers and agents
- Emotional distress