Mastering Tort Law
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Which type of law aims to compensate individuals who suffer harm as a result of the actions of others?

  • Criminal law
  • Contract law
  • Tort law (correct)
  • Civil law
  • What is the main difference between tort law and criminal law?

  • Tort law deals with civil wrongs, while criminal law deals with criminal wrongs (correct)
  • Tort law only applies to contractual obligations, while criminal law applies to all obligations
  • Tort law aims to punish individuals, while criminal law aims to compensate individuals
  • Tort law is based on Roman law, while criminal law is based on customary Eng
  • In which legal system does tort law largely derive from Roman law?

  • Common law jurisdictions
  • Both common law and civil law jurisdictions
  • Neither common law nor civil law jurisdictions
  • Civil law jurisdictions (correct)
  • Which type of law provides civil remedies after breach of a duty that arises from a contract?

    <p>Contract law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a wrongful act result in both a civil lawsuit and a criminal prosecution?

    <p>Yes, in countries with separate civil and criminal legal systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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