Which of the following is correct in respect of 'tort'? |
A tort is a civil wrong either intentional or accidental. A tort is a criminal wrong either intentional or accidental. Both 1 and 2 A tort is an intentional civil or criminal wrong |
A tort is a civil wrong either intentional or accidental. |
'Tort' essentially means a 'wrong' and originates from the Latin word 'tortum', which means 'twisted' or 'crooked'. In law, tort is defined as a civil wrong or a wrongful act, of one, either intentional or accidental, that results in the injury or harm to another who in turn has recourse to civil remedies for damages or a court order or injunction. |