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Robbery generally falls under the tort of intentional infliction of emotional distress, as it involves intentional conduct that causes emotional harm through fear or threat of force. Additionally, it can also involve the tort of conversion if property is taken or damaged during the course of the robbery.

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What is tort and does it fall under criminal or civil law?

A tort is a civil wrong that causes harm to someone, resulting in legal liability. It falls under civil law because it involves disputes between individuals or entities seeking compensation for damages, as opposed to criminal law, which deals with offenses against society as a whole.


What is a unintentional tort?

An unintentional tort is what most torts are. The opposite of an intentional tort-something that is done on accident that seriously injures or kills another person but can be linked to negligence.


How does tort laws relate to the duty of care?

Tort laws establish the legal duty of care, which requires individuals and organizations to act with a level of care that a reasonable person would under similar circumstances. When a breach of this duty occurs and causes harm or loss to another party, it can lead to a tort lawsuit seeking compensation for damages. Duty of care is a fundamental concept within tort laws that helps determine liability for negligent actions.


Name a tort for which there must be an intent to harm?

There is no "Intent to Harm" embodied in civil law. If there was an intent, the charge would be being made under the criminal statutes.Negligent acts (i.e.: unthinking or unintended) are prosecutable under civil law.Yes there are. For example, there is the intentional tort of embezzlement. Which can be a crime AND a tort. Knowledge ahead of time of libel; knowing what the outcome will be before you commit the libel etc....


Can a tort be a civil wrong?

A tort IS a civil, as opposed to a criminal, wrong.

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The word is spelled tortious. It refers to acts that fall under tort law. In a sentence... Principals are liable for the tortious acts of their agents.


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What are the laws on neighbors pool flooding my yard?

If your neighbor's pool water is flooding your yard and causing damage you can bring a lawsuit for damages. Your case would fall under the category of tort law.


What is a tort lawyer and what does he do?

A tort lawyer is one who specializes in bringing personal injury lawsuits like auto accident, trip and fall, medical malpractice and other similar cases. Tort lawyers get adept in those areas and stay away from other types of law like probate, contracts, real estate and other areas.In law, a tort is a wrongdoing caused by another party's negligence or wrongdoing. A tort lawyer is someone who represents people who have been affected by a tort.


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What is the Difference between Tort and Criminal Law?

Tort laws prohibit certain actions and impose responsibility to pay compensatory and/ or punitive damages upon the person violating the tort laws. Criminal laws prohibit certain actions but impose prison sentences, probation, fines and other possible penalties upon the person violating the criminal laws. Under tort laws, individuals who have been harmed by actions that violate tort laws are the ones who file suits for damages. Under criminal laws, only the government brings charges.


Is there a set fee charged by all personal injury attorneys?

Most personal injury attorneys have a set fee. They generally only handle cases that fall under tort law even though they are trained to handle any type of law.