What Is Tort Law?
When you file a personal injury lawsuit, it will fall under the umbrella of tort law. Tort law is the domain of civil cases that do not involve crime or breach of contract. Many legal cases may overlap in areas; that is, some cases may deal both with torts and with criminal law, or with torts and breach of contract. It varies on a case-by-case basis.
If you or someone you know has been injured by a careless party, contact the Madison personal injury lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, S.C at 800-242-2874.
What Falls under Tort Law?
There are three common torts: Negligence, Strict Liability, and Intentional Torts. Each of these categories comprises several legal areas.
Negligent Actions
Negligence involves one person failing to uphold a basic duty to another person, which results in a personal injury. Some areas that fall under negligence are:
- Suffering, both physical and emotional
- Wrongful death
- Medical malpractice
Most individuals cite negligent actions as the bases for their personal injury lawsuits.
Strict Liability
When an individual gets injured by an ultra-hazardous activity, the person in charge may be liable for those injuries even if he or she did not commit a negligent action. When an action is considered inherently dangerous, it is called ultra-hazardous. Product liability is a type of strict liability that holds retailers, manufacturers, and wholesalers accountable for distributing ultra-hazardous goods.
Intentional Torts
When an individual commits an intentional tort, he or she had the intent to commit his or her action and knew what the consequences would be. Examples of intentional torts are:
- Libel and slander
- Breaking and entering
- Physical violence, such as assault
A person who commits an intentional tort may be subject to both criminal charges and a civil claim.
Contact Us
When an individual commits a tort, you may suffer serious injury. If you or someone you love has suffered a personal injury, contact the Madison personal injury lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ® at 800-242-2874 for more information.
