Assault is a type of "intentional tort."

An intentional tort is a wrongful act committed on purpose, with the intent to cause harm or offense, such as assault or defamation. Negligent tort, on the other hand, occurs when someone fails to exercise reasonable care, leading to harm being caused unintentionally, like in a car accident due to careless driving.

- depending on how you look at the offense, not actually.

This is the tort of assault.

Yes, disparagement can be classified as an intentional tort. It involves making false statements that harm someone's reputation or business. This intentional act can lead to legal consequences, such as a defamation lawsuit.