Focusing on Louisiana civil law as it applies to Obligations, this resource provides a basic understanding of torts and contracts. The Précis format allows for brief, concise explanation of the main points of the civil law, and will prove to be a critical resource for Louisiana practitioners and law students alike. Features include: Thoughtful yet practical analysis by the premier scholar in the field; Convenient and portable softbound format; Appendices with pertinent articles from the Civil Code and Code of Civil Procedure; Appendix of Illustrative Cases for each chapter covered; and A comprehensive Index.