EU-PIL

EU-PIL: European Union Private International Law in Contract and Tort is an essential guide for students and practitioners navigating the intricate rules of private international law within the European Union. Drawing on a wealth of practical examples, this compact volume addresses the interrelation between private international law and substantive commercial law, with a keen focus on contractual and delictual matters. Organized into clear, concise chapters, the book begins with an overview of the discipline before delving into key topics such as jurisdiction, the applicable law in contract and tort, and the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments. The final chapter discusses international commercial arbitration, providing readers with a systematic understanding of the legal framework that underpins cross-border litigation and arbitration in the EU. Authored by Ketilbjørn Hertz and Joseph Lookofsky and published in 2013, EU-PIL offers an accessible and well-structured introduction to the principles shaping transnational legal disputes in the modern European context. With a focused approach and numerous concrete examples, this paperback work of 202 pages is a vital resource for anyone interested in European private international law.