America's blame culture : pointing fingers and shunning restitution / Terence J. Centner.
| Author/creator | Centner, Terence J. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Durham, N.C. : Carolina Academic Press, ©2008. |
| Description | xxxix, 225 pages ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | A culture of blame -- An overview of American tort law -- Some views of tort litigation -- Medical malpractice claims -- Care and releases -- Attitudes and social responses -- Governmental immunity -- Historical liability exceptions -- Recreational use statutes -- Exceptions for horses -- Exceptions for sport activities -- Protecting our children -- Realigning duties -- Effecting changes in our tort system -- Developing a community. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. xxvii-xxxvii) and index. |
| LCCN | 2008011656 |
| ISBN | 9781594604836 (alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 1594604835 (alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | KF 1250 .C43 2008 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |