Common law principles of tort in a commercial context

This course looks at the law of tort under common law, focusing on English law (as applied in the ADGM) and the DIFC. It focuses on the principles of claiming for economic loss and the torts more frequently associated with business activities, such as negligent misstatement, misrepresentation and the economic torts (for example inducing a breach of contract and breach of confidence). These principles will be discussed in contrast to the provisions relating to acts causing harm under the Civil Code, and other relevant UAE law provisions.

This is an excellent refresher session for common law trained lawyers, as well as providing a good background understanding of this body of law for civil law trained lawyers.