American Law Cafe
American Law Cafe: Exploring the Foundations of Law
Welcome to the American Law Cafe, your go-to podcast for breaking down the basics of fundamental law courses. Whether you're a current law student preparing for exams or a legal enthusiast eager to dive into the world of law concepts from contracts to criminal procedure and torts, this podcast simplifies complex legal principles into clear, engaging discussions. Join us each week as we unpack landmark cases, key doctrines, and real-world applications, making the law accessible and interesting for everyone passionate about justice and the rule of law.
Disclaimer: This podcast features originally owned content created by a human, generated with the assistance of AI tools, and carefully reviewed and edited by a human to ensure accuracy and quality. This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. If you need legal advice or assistance finding a lawyer, the Tennessee State Bar Association offers free lawyer referrals. You can find more information here: https://www.tba.org/?pg=find-an-attorney.
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American Law Cafe
RECAP FOR TORTS Mid-Term Part 1: Intentional Torts
🎙️ New Episode Alert: Mastering Torts for Your Mid-Term!
This week, we dive into Tennessee tort law, breaking down the key concepts, cases, and defenses every 1L needs to know. We'll cover:
- The Purpose of Tort Law: From compensation and deterrence to justice and loss distribution, understand the foundational goals driving tort law.
- Statute of Limitations and Repose: Learn the rules, exceptions, and landmark cases like Hataway v. McKinley and Shadrick v. Coker.
- Intentional Torts: Explore battery, assault, IIED, false imprisonment, trespass, and the role of intent in cases like Garratt v. Dailey and Fisher v. Carrousel Motor Hotel.
- Damages: From compensatory to punitive, we'll unpack how damages are calculated and the factors courts consider (Still v. Baptist Hospital and Hodges v. Toof & Co.).
- Privileges and Defenses: Get clarity on consent, self-defense, defense of others, and property defense, including lessons from Katko v. Briney.
📚 Whether you're prepping for your mid-term or refreshing your knowledge, this episode offers clear explanations and practical insights for tackling torts like a pro.
🎧 Listen now and ace your next exam!
Introductory Music for American Law Cafe. In Jazz Short by moodmode / Vlad Krotov.
🎶 Intro Music: "In Jazz Short" by moodmode / Vlad Krotov
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