Business Torts

What is Business Torts?

Are wrongful actions performed against a business or by a business that cause harm to the business or another entity or person. Generally, in a business tort case, the plaintiff must prove the following elements: the defendant had a responsibility (statutory or otherwise) to act in a certain manner. The defendant did not uphold the responsibility and damages occurred.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Torts terms:

• Loss of Earning Capacity
• Breach of Duty
• Waiver as a Defense
• Intervening Cause

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