Torts Questions.docx

Torts Questions: 1. Construct a matrix containing at least 3 normative philosophical foundations of torts and explain how they affected/influenced the torts we have in the Philippines. Torts Theory

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Arguments/Premises

Implication to PH Tort Law

Critiques

2. Create a timeline reflecting the development of tort law in the Philippines. This timeline may include turning points such as the adoption and repeal of laws, change of and amendments in the constitution, cases which made precedence and other important events which, in varying extent, led to the existing framework and/or configuration of PH torts. 3. As an offshoot of criminal law, the delineation between torts and crime lays on a thin yet critical line. Explain the similarities and differences of these two and explain how their relationship has changed over time in the PH context. Discuss cases in the past, which have been subject to torts and crime divide. 4. Discuss how factual and legal causation work in the PH legal system and identify possible weaknesses/lapses by citing torts cases. In this view, provide recommendations as to how this can be improved.