Spotlight on Torts (Strict and Vicarious Liability) – Part 3

#lawschool #lawstudent #barexam #torts In this final episode of our Torts trilogy, we discuss "liability without fault", or strict and vicarious liability. Learn about strict products liability, including manufacturing defects, design defects, and failure-to-warn scenarios, as well as the importance of these concepts for law school exams and the bar. Explore vicarious liability under the doctrine of respondeat superior, understanding scope of employment and the key distinctions between employees and independent contractors. The episode also covers critical defenses like assumption of risk and comparative negligence. By the end, you'll grasp the principles and policies behind these doctrines, ensuring you're prepared for exam day. Visit our "Listen and Learn" series for more in-depth analysis. 00:00 Introduction to Liability Without Fault 00:56 Understanding Strict Products Liability 03:32 Strict Liability Beyond Products 04:12 Exploring Vicarious Liability 06:19 Defenses in Liability Cases 07:49 Comparative Negligence Explained 08:28 Case Study: Applying Liability Concepts 09:24 Attack Plan for Exam Questions 10:40 Conclusion Resources: Private Bar Exam Tutoring (https://barexamtoolbox.com/private-ba...) Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast Episode 131: Listen and Learn – Strict Products Liability (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-ep...) Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast Episode 197: Listen and Learn – Vicarious Liability (Torts) (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-ep...) Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast Episode 107: Listen and Learn – Assumption of Risk (Torts) (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-ep...) Want more help deciphering Torts? Work with one of our law school tutors to achieve your best results in law school! Find out more at LawSchoolToolbox.com (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/tutoring.... Or get private bar exam tutoring at BarExamToolbox.com (https://barexamtoolbox.com/private-ba.... We're here to help! Lee & Alison