Protected Interests under the Principles of European Tort Law (Art 2:102 PETL) – Preserving the Past for Shaping the Future

Abstract The paper examines gaps and potential amendments of art 2:102 the Principles European Tort Law (PETL) on scope protected interests in tort law, also light Prof Bénédict Winiger’s teachings history law. To this end, starts by highlighting many strengths PETL, focusing particular its ability to capture continental identity inherent flexibility, making it resistant time compatible with multiple interpretations. It then delves into what may be undertaken further strengthen PETL. Rather than modifying provision, suggests that is most needed empirical research about real world laws a more transparent discussion functions do, could, perform.