Economic Analysis of Law

Louis Kaplow () and Steven Shavell ()

No 6960, NBER Working Papers from National Bureau of Economic Research, Inc

Abstract: This is a survey of the field of economic analysis of law, focusing on the work of economists. The survey covers the three central areas of civil law liability for accidents (tort law), property law, and contracts as well as the litigation process and public enforcement of law.

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Date: 1999-02
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