Tort law is a system of justice that protects victims of illegal or wrongful acts by imposing legal liability on the responsible parties. These cases are often complicated, but a good lawyer can help you navigate the claims process and negotiate with the defendant.
There are four main types of torts. They are: negligence, strict liability, intentional and unintentional. Depending on the type of injury the injured party has suffered, the remedies may include compensatory damages, injunctions and restitution.
Negligence is the most common type of tort. In a negligent case, the plaintiff is injured because the defendant acted in a way that he or she knew was careless. Aside from the usual compensation, there are also defenses such as assumption of risk and necessity.
A common example of a negligent tort is a driver who travels 20 miles over the speed limit. As a result, the driver may be held liable for the damages caused by the incident. If the driver hits another person, the plaintiff can also sue for damage to property.
On the other hand, intentional torts are the act of committing an intentional act that causes harm to another person. This could be physical or emotional harm, depending on the situation. Common examples of intentional torts are assault and battery.
Unlike negligent, the defendant in an intentional tort can be held liable for the resulting damages. The defendant can also face criminal charges if convicted. Criminal charges usually involve fines and incarceration. However, an experienced attorney can help you navigate the claims process and negotiate the best possible outcome.
Intentional torts are also considered a crime by the government. Some examples of intentional torts are assault, false imprisonment, and defamation. While these acts aren’t necessarily accompanied by actual property damage, they still cause pain and suffering to the victim.
Trespass is a common form of intentional tort. In order to bring a case, the plaintiff must prove that the defendant did something he or she knew was unlawful. Examples of trespassing include trespassing on another’s land, trespassing on a public way or trespassing on another’s property.
Tort law is designed to deter illegal and harmful actions, which is why it is so important for the public to follow a code of conduct. However, sometimes the public fails to do so and the public is redressed through the legal process.
Other common torts are: libel and invasion of privacy. Although these are the most common, they are not the only types of torts.
The laws and definitions pertaining to torts vary from state to state. The boundaries of tort law are governed by common law and statutory law.
Torts can be broken down into three major categories: intentional, negligent and unintentional. All of these categories are legally defined and determined by judges. When determining which category of damages to award, judges take into consideration the nature of the injury, the degree of causation, and the extent of monetary and emotional harm that the plaintiff has experienced.