“tort”
This page shows official legal definitions of “tort” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.
New Zealand
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A civil wrong where one person unreasonably interferes with the rights of another.
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Australia
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A civil wrong. An act which causes harm, intentionally or otherwise, for which the remedy is an action for unliquidated damages.
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United States
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A civil, not criminal, wrong. A negligent or intentional injury against a person or property, with the exception of breach of contract.
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