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Apply the principles of the law of torts

Apply the principles of the law of torts

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBLEG416
State Code
AUH74
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
091103 - Legal Studies
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess, analyse, and evaluate tort law matters, and apply the principles of the law of torts.It applies to individuals who provide administrative support in a range of legal service settings.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Define nature and meaning of law of torts
  • 1.1 Access sources of legal information on nature and meaning of law of torts
  • 1.2 Distinguish tort from crime, breach of contract, or other legal obligations
2. Identify principles of law of torts
  • 2.1 Define legal principles in application of law of torts
  • 2.2 Determine key elements of law of torts matters
3. Apply relevant elements of tort
  • 3.1 Assess legal matters relevant to possible torts
  • 3.2 Analyse and evaluate information
  • 3.3 Extract and document information relevant to the particular matter
4. Identify remedies for breaches of law of torts
  • 4.1 Identify circumstances giving rise to liability in law of torts
  • 4.2 Identify and document remedies applicable to breach
  • 4.3 Submit findings to designated person according to organisational policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB904 BSBLEG416A Apply the principles of the law of torts Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCF82 BSBLEG523 Apply legal principles in tort law matters Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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