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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 Group Tree
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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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