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INTENTIONAL TORT  

When considering a bad faith action, the courts generally consider tort action as falling into one of three categories

When charged with criminal acts of assault and battery it is important to ask your attorney about the issues involving civil action and intentional tort

THE US. become as strong as it did because of our Democratic legal system and innovation. Part of our legal system is the principle of Tort Law, where any one who feels wronged can seek justice.

The award that was granted in the McDonald coffee burn matter was punitive in nature, that is to say McDonald's was being punished for its malicious and deliberate disregard of a known hazard in order to maximize profits.

civil torts are usually lesser-known than criminal actions, but it is a subject which people should be aware of

Pacific Research Institute has discovered some daunting figures.

When retaining the services of an agent, it is important to consider the credentials of the individual who will be representing you and how your role as the "principal" will be affected

If you've been sued for liability in some legal matter, you may see the term "Respondeat Superior". The following is a description of what this term means and how it may apply to your case.

When considering the legal issues associated with a negligence claim, the courts must address the "degree of care" that may have been expected and violated.

If your child commits a criminal offense, there are situations where you, as the parent, may be liable.

When facing challenges with regard to litigation of assault and battery, it is important to know how these charges may affect the damages outcome.

When faced with any type of liability case, the courts must look at the realm of "absolute liability" to determine if there is a statute that governs the liability even when there is no one party at-fault.

When considering the profession as a paparazzi, it is important to consider the legal issues that may arise out of your conduct, including allegations of willful, wanton and reckless misconduct.

When accused of a charge for which you are innocent, ask your defense attorney about the process by which to pursue malicious prosecution counter claim.

If someone has filed charges of libel or slander against you, it is important to understand the differences between the complications and how they affect your defense for defamation of character.

When accusing someone of defamation of character, it is not uncommon for the accused to use privilege, both absolute and qualified, as a defense in the case.

If you have been charged with assault or battery, it is important to understand how your attorney may defend your case using defenses such as actual consent or implied consent.

When you lose control or ownership of any type of property, both tangible and non-tangible, it is important to seek legal counsel to address issues involving conversion of property.

When accused by another individual of defamation of character, your accuser must proof all four elements of defamation have been met in order to recover damages.

When a victim of domestic violence, one of the charges to be brought about may involve that of false imprisonment

In depth analysis of the forced removal of the peoples of the Chagos Archipelagos in 1971 in order to make way for a U.S. military base on the island of Diego Garcia. This explores the historical, legal, and international relations aspects of the removal.

Law firms use mass torts to recruit people to sue a company for unintentional damages, but people seldom realize its the lawyers who win big.

If you are planning to attend Florida Coastal School of Law this fall, you will be required to take five classes that are first year required courses during the fall semester.

With proper preparation you should have no trouble passing the Louisiana Bar Exam.

When you have sustained an injury that is someone else's fault, you can sue for damages, but first you have to know what personal injury is about.

A faniciful look at how I would improve our nation if I were in charge and common sense became law.