Tort
tort
Categories: Contracts, Torts
Definition (1910 Edition)
Origin: French: tort = wrong
Authorities Cited
1 Steph. Comm. 133; Co. Litt. 158b.
UK Law Commentary
Modern Application
Cross References
Negligence Trespass Defamation Nuisance Damages
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A private or civil wrong or injury, independent of contract, for which the law provides a remedy in the form of an action for damages. Includes negligence, trespass, defamation, and nuisance.
Status: ✅ Still applies. A civil wrong independent of contract. The modern law of torts has developed significantly since 1910. Key Case: Donoghue v Stevenson [1932] AC 562 — the 'snail in the bottle' case, established the modern duty of care.
📜 Consumer Protection Act 1987 • Defamation Act 2013 • Civil Liability (Contribution) Act 1978 • legislation.gov.uk
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain.
UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational
reference only and does not constitute legal advice.