An Introduction to Tort Law and the Tort of Negligence

Live Instructor-Led An Introduction to Tort Law and the Tort of Negligence

Aims

To enable participants to understand the aims of tort law and the types of harm for which it provides compensation. To understand the elements of a claim in negligence and the operation of the doctrine of precedent.

Target Audience

This “Live” instructor-led course is for those who have direct or indirect responsibility in relation to potential claims or actions for negligence in relation to business operations.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Understand the concept of duty of care
Understand that contract law and tort are both areas of civil law
Understand that claimants will bring an action and must prove their case on the balance of probabilities
Appreciate the various remedies in tort actions
Appreciate that remedies are generally intended to compensate the claimant rather than to punish the defendant

Course Delivery Options

Classroom Delivery

Research shows that some professionals prefer physical classroom courses. These are held at our training centre in London (or at the client’s venue). Participants will enjoy the benefits of the physical classroom experience delivered by our Subject Matter Expert (UK-licensed paralegal). They will be able to collaborate with fellow participants, ask questions, discuss case studies, current commercial challenges, and practical insights. They will also benefit from coaching and exploring solutions and generally interacting in the classroom environment.

Our Delivery Team

They will be able to collaborate with fellow attendees, discuss case studies, ask questions and generally interact in the live-streamed event.

Course duration: 1 day

Course dates: 23rd October 2026

Course times: 09.30 to 16.00

Course fees: TBC

This course is also available as an in-house tailored event for individual organisations Learn more

Discounted rates available for self-funding participants (terms apply)

If you require more details or wish to register for this course, please contact admissions@dpss.co.uk

Virtual Delivery

Research also shows that other professionals prefer live-streamed tutor-led events via the Zoom/Teams platforms. This is sometimes due to the logistics of attending training room events. The number of participants will be limited to ensure an effective and enjoyable learning experience. The course will be delivered by our Subject Matter Expert (UK-licensed paralegal). Participants will be able to collaborate with fellow participants, ask questions, discuss case studies, current commercial challenges and gain practical insights. They will also benefit from coaching, exploring solutions and generally interacting in this virtual classroom event.