Torts and Civil Wrongs in Legal Context Quiz

Negligence is the failure to exercise reasonable care, leading to harm to another.

Negligence does not require the intent to harm; it's about failing to exercise reasonable care.

Res ipsa loquitur means 'the thing speaks for itself,' indicating obvious negligence without direct evidence.

Libel pertains to written or broadcasted defamation, while slander involves spoken defamatory statements.

The eggshell skull rule holds that a defendant is liable for all damages, even if the victim has an unusually fragile condition.

Assumption of risk occurs when a plaintiff knowingly accepts the potential dangers involved in an activity or situation.

Intentional infliction of emotional distress is not a recognized defense in tort law.

Vicarious liability holds employers accountable for the actions of their employees conducted within the scope of their employment.

Assault involves threatening physical harm, whereas battery entails actual physical contact.

Strict liability imposes responsibility without the need to prove fault, irrespective of negligence or intent.

Compensatory damages aim to compensate the plaintiff for losses, while punitive damages are meant to punish the defendant.

Sovereign immunity protects government entities from being sued without their consent.

Trespass to land concerns interference with real property, while trespass to chattels involves interference with personal property.

Attractive nuisance holds property owners liable for injuries to trespassing children caused by hazardous conditions on their property.

False imprisonment is the unlawful confinement of a person, whereas malicious prosecution involves unjustified legal action.

Damages in tort law refer to monetary compensation awarded to plaintiffs for losses resulting from the defendant's actions.