Prof. Law & Ethics
77393/06 Spring 2003
02: Jan. 27, 2003

Writing case briefs
Read du Pont v. Christopher, and the page on briefing cases.

Reading and questions for class 03, Jan 29:

Lucchese v San Francisco-Sacramento R.R.
1. What is the doctrine of the last clear chance?
2. In this case the court mentions two standards of care. Why are there two standards in this case?

Watkins v Sheppard
1. What standard of care did the court apply to the attorney?
2. Is this standard appropriate for the medical profession?
3. What is the role of expert witnesses with regard to the standard of care?

Heath v. Swift Wings
1. According to the Court of Appeals of North Carolina, what error did the trial court make?
2. At the new trial, will Fred Heath's training and experience be relevant?