What is a Tort?
In the legal world, a tort is a non-criminal action that harms someone and which is pursued in a civil court of law. A tort is similar in nature to a crime; the only difference is that a crime is considered a wrongdoing against society and is punished typically by a fine paid to the state, a prison sentence or community service, and a tort is considered a wrongdoing against an individual and is punished by a damages awarded to the victim.
If you have been harmed by the negligent or reckless actions of another party, you may be able to pursue financial compensation. To learn more about your legal rights, contact the Madison personal injury attorneys of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. We are dedicated to the rights of individuals and treat each of our clients like he or she is our only client. Call us today at 800-242-2874.
The Four Elements of a Tort
In order for a defendant to be found liable for committing a tortious act, the plaintiff must prove the following in the course of a civil case:
- Duty ‘ The defendant owed the victim a civil duty.
- Breach of Duty ‘ The defendant failed to uphold his, her, or its civil duty.
- Causation ‘ The accident or circumstance which produced harm was caused by the defendant’s breach of duty.
- Injury ‘ The victim sustained physical, emotional, or financial injury as a consequence of this accident or circumstance.
A skilled and experienced personal injury lawyer may be able to help to clearly demonstrate the necessary links between the four elements of a tort to help you to prevail in your legal action.
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If you have been injured by a negligent individual or corporate entity, you may be the victim of a tort. To discuss your legal options with an experienced attorney, contact the Madison personal injury lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C.’ today by calling 800-242-2874.
