Torture as Tort PDF book is popular Law book written by Craig M. Scott. The book was released by Hart Publishing on 2001-05 with total hardcover pages 776. Fast download link is given in this page, you could read Torture as Tort by Craig M. Scott in PDF, epub and kindle directly from your devices.
The catalyst for this volume was a request to Scott (York U. Law School, Toronto) from Sudanese exiles for advice on transnational avenues for seeking justice a
English Abstract: This paper proposes the recognition of a new cause of action in tort for acts of torture as defined in international law. After discussing the
Advancing a bold theory of the relevance of tort law in the fight against human rights abuses, celebrated US law professor George Fletcher here challenges the c
In recent years, victims of human rights abuses have filed civil lawsuits in U.S. courts. This litigation provides victims a voice and promotes accountability f
Torture is firmly prohibited by international law. It is a crime in all places and at all times. Indeed, torturers are considered 'hostis humani generis' (enemi