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|| '''punitive damages''': <br> - definition | || '''punitive damages''': <br> - definition | ||
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| − | + | :: → The memory trick is a bit rude, but that makes it easier to remember: If you have to take a <u>CRAP</u>, you do it in the <u>CAN</u>. The <u>PPJ</u> part is just the leftover letters that don't make a word. | |
| + | :: → (''Shout-out to NZ for a variation on the above memory trick:'' <span style="color: red;">'''JPP-CAN-CRAP'''</span> or Junior Political Parties CAN CRAP under pressure.) | ||
:* Note that 2 of ATRA's reforms are the same as 2 of the proposals in [[Harris.Tort]]: ''(See pop quiz.)'' | :* Note that 2 of ATRA's reforms are the same as 2 of the proposals in [[Harris.Tort]]: ''(See pop quiz.)'' | ||
| − | + | :: → Eliminate the <span style="color: red;">'''C'''</span>ollateral source rule so that plaintiffs cannot double-recover. ''(The collateral source rule violates the principle of indemnity.)'' | |
| − | + | :: → <span style="color: red;">'''R'''</span>eplace joint and several liability with a system of proportionate liability. | |
| − | + | Ok, here are the quizzes. They're short. | |
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Latest revision as of 21:27, 12 January 2020
ATRA = American Tort Reform Association. This is a U.S.-centric paper, so is of lesser importance, although there was a question worth 1.75pts from the 2012 exam. (Question #11) Forum
Pop Quiz
According to Harris, what are the proposed reforms for Canada's tort laws: [Hint: JCCV]
BattleTable
reference part (a) part (b) part (c) part (d) E (2018.Fall #9) tort reform:
- class action caseslitigation system:
- jury service reformE (2012.Fall #11) punitive damages:
- definitionpunitive damages:
- issues/recommendationspunitive damages:
- recommendations
In Plain English!
This is a short reading that simply lists 10 tort reform initiatives.
Question: identify & briefly describe 10 tort reform initiatives advanced by the American Tort Reform Association [Hint: CRAP-CAN-PPJ]
- The answer in quiz 1.
- → The memory trick is a bit rude, but that makes it easier to remember: If you have to take a CRAP, you do it in the CAN. The PPJ part is just the leftover letters that don't make a word.
- → (Shout-out to NZ for a variation on the above memory trick: JPP-CAN-CRAP or Junior Political Parties CAN CRAP under pressure.)
- Note that 2 of ATRA's reforms are the same as 2 of the proposals in Harris.Tort: (See pop quiz.)
- → Eliminate the Collateral source rule so that plaintiffs cannot double-recover. (The collateral source rule violates the principle of indemnity.)
- → Replace joint and several liability with a system of proportionate liability.
Ok, here are the quizzes. They're short.
mini BattleQuiz 1 You must be logged in or this will not work.
mini BattleQuiz 2 You must be logged in or this will not work.
Full BattleQuiz You must be logged in or this will not work.
BattleCodes
Memorize:
- issues surrounding ATRA reforms regarding punitive damages
- 3-4 of ATRA's proposed tort reforms
Conceptual:
- Understand that 2 of ATRA's reforms are similar to proposed Canadian reforms in Harris.Tort
Calculational:
- none
Full BattleQuiz You must be logged in or this will not work.
POP QUIZ ANSWERS
Proposed reforms to Canada's tort laws:
J: Joint & Several Liabiity
- defn: plaintiff may recover (ANY or ALL damages) from (ANY or ALL defendants) regardless of share of liability
- proposal: ERF
- ELIMINATE J&S: for non-pecuniary damages
- REPLACE J&S: with rule of proportionate liability
- FUND creation: for guilty parties that can't pay
- advantages/disadvantages:
- ADVANTAGES: discourages search for deep pockets & decreases costs
- DISADVANTAGES: increases costs in (determining proportionate liability)
C: Collateral Source Rule (eliminate) C: Compensation Basis (change to net basis) ← CORRECTION! (This had incorrectly said change to gross basis) V: Vicarious Liability (eliminate)
