Doctrines governing civil liability for wrongs and the equitable principles courts apply beyond strict legal right. Belongs here: Abuse of Rights, Clean Hands Doctrine and Negligence and the Duty of Care. Does not belong here: a doctrine governing the formation of a contract or an interest in property, grouped under contract and property doctrine instead.
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Defining CharacteristicA tort is a civil wrong, other than breach of contract, that causes a claimant to suffer loss or harm. 1 Browse By
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1. Tort (Wikipedia)
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A tort is a civil wrong, other than breach of contract, that causes a claimant to suffer loss or harm, resulting in legal liability for the person who commits the tortious act.
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