Tort Law Fundamentals Quiz

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An action that leads to emotional distress
A criminal act that results in physical injury
An intentional breach of contract
A civil wrong that causes harm or loss to an individual or their property (correct)

Medical malpractice resulting from negligence
An automobile accident caused by reckless driving
Injuries caused by a defective product, regardless of fault (correct)
A dog bite case where the owner had no prior knowledge of the dog's aggressive behavior

To provide compensation for harm or loss caused by the wrongful act of others (C) Signup and view all the answers

Manufacturer's liability for a defective product causing injury (B) Signup and view all the answers

Intent is a key element in intentional torts, while negligence involves a failure to exercise reasonable care (D) Signup and view all the answers

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A tort is a civil wrong or wrongdoing, resulting in harm or injury to another person or their property.

The primary objective of tort law is to provide compensation or relief to victims of wrongful acts.

An example of a strict liability tort is the sale of a defective product that causes harm to the consumer.

The purpose of tort law is to deter individuals and businesses from engaging in harmful behavior, and to provide a means of redress for those who have been harmed.

Intentional torts involve deliberate actions that cause harm to another person or their property.
Negligence, on the other hand, involves a failure to exercise reasonable care, resulting in harm or injury to another person or their property.