That the tort of negligence is in a mess goes almost without saying; and given its ever increasing dominance within the common law of tort, it follows that the law of tort is in a mess too:Do you agree? Discuss, supporting your answer with reference to case law and academic writing.

Tort, Negligence

“That the tort of negligence is in a mess goes almost without saying; and given its ever increasing dominance within the common law of tort, it follows that the law of tort is in a mess too.”

– David Ibbetson, ‘How the Romans Did for Us: Ancient Roots of the Tort of Negligence’ (2003) 26 UNSW Law Journal 475.

STRUCTURE

First paragraph – include your argument – agree or not. Then sign post – first part of the paper will discuss…Second, will discuss…Lastly, will discuss

Body- part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Use references of authors on both sides – for or against.

Conclude – this above supports the argument for/against… sum up.