Torts

What are the elements of an intentional tort?
- Voluntary Act
- Intent
- Causation
- Harm
Define a Voluntary Act.

An act that is conscious and willing
To establish intent for most intentional torts, the plaintiff must either show:
- That the defendant desired the consequence; or
- That the defendant knew that the consequences were substantially certain to occur
What must the plaintiff prove under the intentional tort causation element?

The plaintiff has to prove a causal connection between the defendant's conduct and the plaintiff's injury.
Proximate Cause??????
What are some ways a plaintiff can prove the harm element of an intentional tort?
- Establish element of the tort
- Prove that he/she have a specific injury

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Torts

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MBE Tort Questions

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2012-06-06T01:48:04Z