Law of Torts notes (part1) for law students
Law Of Torts Table of Contents- :Introduction of Torts- :What is Tort? :Definition of Tort :Objectives of a Tort :Essential Element of Tort :Act and Omission :Tort and other wrongs -Tort and Crime - Tort and Breach of Contract - Tort and Breach of Trust :Damages :Intention and Motive :General Defences :Joint Tortfeasors :Defamation Introduction of Tort- The term of 'tort' is the French equivalent of the English word 'wrong'. It was introduced in England by the Normans in the late 16 Century . The French word was derived from 'tortum' which, in latin, means conduct which is twisted. A person commiting a tort is known as a 'tort-feasor' and his conduct is 'tortious'. It is a breach of duty which amounts to a civil wrong. The backbone of Law of Torts are the well kno...