Rationale of Proximate Cause (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781025490557)

"Rationale of Proximate Cause" is a seminal work in American jurisprudence, specifically within the realm of tort law. Authored by the influential legal scholar Leon Green, this treatise offers a profound re-examination of one of the most complex and debated concepts in legal history: the doctrine of proximate cause. Green moves beyond the rigid, mechanical tests of his era to propose a more functional and realistic approach to legal liability and negligence.

In this classic text, Green critiques the traditional formulas of causation that often confused courts and students alike. Instead, he introduces what would become a foundational shift toward duty-risk analysis, emphasizing the role of the judge and jury in determining the scope of protection afforded by legal rules. By analyzing case law and legal theory, Green provides a rigorous framework for understanding how responsibility is allocated in civil litigation.

Essential for legal historians, scholars of the American Legal Realism movement, and practitioners of tort law, "Rationale of Proximate Cause" remains a cornerstone of legal education. It stands as a testament to Green's intellectual legacy, continuing to influence how modern law perceives the relationship between conduct, injury, and justice.

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