Causation in Insurance Contract Law

Causation is a crucial and complex matter in insurance and tort law, and this book provides a comprehensive analysis of the causation theory in marine insurance and non-marine insurance law, as well as a comparative study of the causation test in tort law. It also includes three brand new chapters on Factual Causation and Legal Causation, Causation and Interpretation, and Causation and Measure of Losses to provide a deeper and more thorough analysis.

Format: Hardback
Length: 252 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Causation is a crucial and intricate aspect in determining whether a specific loss or damage is covered by an insurance policy or a tort claim, and it is a matter that cannot be avoided. This unique book, now in its second edition, serves as a valuable resource for practitioners in addressing one of the most critical questions in the handling of insurance and tort claims. Through extensive case law analysis, this book examines the causation theory in both marine insurance and non-marine insurance law, providing a comparative study on the causation test in tort law. Moreover, the author adeptly applies causation questions in real-world scenarios, offering a comprehensive solution to a complex but essential question of insurance law and tort law. Thoroughly revised and updated to include the Insurance Act 2015, several landmark cases, and potential impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the second edition also features an introduction rewritten to clarify fundamental and central questions of causation in insurance law and tort. Additionally, it includes three brand new chapters on Factual Causation and Legal Causation, Causation and Interpretation, and Causation and Measure of Losses to provide a deeper and more thorough analysis, comparing academic approaches and juridical approaches to addressing causation issues in insurance claims.

This book is an invaluable and unique guide for insurance industry professionals, legal practitioners, academics, and students in the fields of insurance and tort law. It offers a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of causation, enabling practitioners to navigate the complexities of insurance and tort claims with confidence and expertise.

Weight: 680g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032153759
Edition number: 2 ed