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What is a tort?
What is a tort?
According to Salmond and Hueston, how do they define a tort?
According to Salmond and Hueston, how do they define a tort?
What do tort laws determine when it comes to victims?
What do tort laws determine when it comes to victims?
What happens if a court rules that a defendant is accountable under tort liability laws?
What happens if a court rules that a defendant is accountable under tort liability laws?
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What does tort liability establish?
What does tort liability establish?
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Study Notes
Definition of a Tort
- A tort is a wrongdoing that results in harm or injury to another person or their property.
Salmond and Hueston's Definition
- Salmond and Hueston define a tort as a civil wrong for which the remedy is a common law action for damages.
Determining Victim Compensation
- Tort laws determine the compensation or damages that victims are entitled to receive as a result of injuries or harm caused by another party.
Tort Liability Consequences
- If a court rules that a defendant is accountable under tort liability laws, the defendant is required to compensate the victim for the harm or injury caused.
Establishing Liability
- Tort liability establishes a legal obligation on the part of the defendant to compensate the victim for the harm or injury caused.
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Test your knowledge of tort law with this quiz! Learn about the different types of torts, their elements, and the remedies available for victims. Perfect for law students and anyone interested in understanding civil wrongs and liability.