06_Torts.pptVIP

Spring 2007 ZUCC - 305281 Introduction to Law ZUCC - 305281 Part One - Environments of Law Torts Objectives On completion of this course, students will be able to: Define torts and distinguish them from crimes; List of types of torts; Provide examples of intentional torts and the elements of each; Discuss the elements of negligence; Explain the defenses to negligence liability; and Explain concerns about levels of tort liability and possible reforms. Torts General Principles Intentional Trots Negligence and Strict Liability What is a Tort Tortus – Crooked, Dubious, or Twisted. Civil wrong that interferences with someone’s person or property. Tort of trespass Tort of defamation Tort vs. Crime Crime is a wrong arising from a violation of a public duty. Tort is a wrong arising from a violation of a private duty. Crime is a wrong with serious nature that government steps in to prosecute and punish the wrongdoer in order to deter others from engaging the same type of conduct. If the wrong causes harm to an identifiable person, for the person it is called a Tort, and for the government, the same act is called Crime. Types of Torts Intentional Torts Wrongdoer engage in intentional conduct Arm striking another person’s nose in a crowed: Not a Tort Tort of Battery (+ Crime of Battery) Tort of Negligence Negligence Careless actions, or actions taken without thinking their consequences Ran a red light and caused traffic accident Strict Liability (without regard to fault) Dangerous activities Products liability Intentional Torts False Imprisonment Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress Invasion of Privacy Defamation Product Disparagement Wrongful Interference with Contracts Trespass Computer Torts Intentional Torts False imprisonment (Shopkeeper’s Tort) No need for specified period of time Detention against one’s will Shopkeeper’s Privilege Shopkeeper should have the opportunity to investigate possible thefts in their store (shoplifting – shoplifter) Determine