Routledge : Fundamental Rights and Private Law in Europe

This academic text from Routledge examines the complex relationship between fundamental rights and private law across Europe. It focuses on the debate regarding Drittwirkung, also known as the horizontal effect of fundamental rights, and how these principles influence modern legal frameworks. By using a comparative and inter-disciplinary approach, the book analyzes how fundamental rights shape tort law. A specific area of study includes the legal position of child tortfeasors. This work is designed for legal scholars and students who need to understand how human rights intersect with private legal disputes. The research provides a deep look into several European jurisdictions, including France, Italy, Germany, Portugal, Sweden, Finland, and England and Wales. It serves as a vital resource for anyone studying the crossroad between human rights and private law in a European context.