tort law
Intentional Torts
Introduction Intentional torts are civil wrongs in which the defendant acted with the intent to cause a particular consequence. Unlike negligence, which requires only a failure to exercise reasonable …
Negligence
Introduction Negligence is the most important tort in American law. A negligence claim requires proof of four elements: duty, breach, causation, and damages. The plaintiff must establish that the …
Products Liability
Introduction Products liability law holds manufacturers and sellers responsible for injuries caused by defective products. Liability may be based on negligence, breach of warranty, or strict …
Tort Remedies
Introduction Tort remedies are designed to compensate injured plaintiffs for harm caused by the defendant’s wrongful conduct. The principal remedy is compensatory damages, which aim to restore …
US Tort Law
Sources and Structure of US Tort Law US tort law is primarily state common law, developed through judicial decisions rather than codified statutes. The American Law Institute’s Restatements of …