The Principles of Wealth Distribution (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

C. Y. C. Dawbarn

9780483196247: The Principles of Wealth Distribution (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 048319624X ISBN 13: 9780483196247

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Understand who is responsible when a workplace injury occurs and why .

This practical, lawyer-guided reference explains the law of master liability and the doctrine of common employment, with clear notes on how injuries are treated under common law and the Employers’ Liability Act of 1880. It helps professionals, students, and employers grasp the rules that govern responsibility for workers’ injuries and the legal tests used to prove negligence.

The book presents the core principles in accessible language, tracing when a master can be held liable, what risks workers contract to take, and how fellow servants affect a case. It combines core law with concise commentary, making the material usable at practice level without requiring extensive legal background.
What you will learn:

The doctrine of common employment and how it shifts liability
When a master may be liable for a worker’s injury and when he must disclose risks
How the Act changes liability and the defenses employers may rely on
How these rules apply to real-world scenarios, including warning duties and supervision

Ideal for law students, paralegals, and practicing counsel, as well as managers who want a solid grounding in workplace fault and compensation concepts.

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