Elements of Intentional Torts Flashcards

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Elements of Intentional Torts

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  1. Voluntary Act
  2. Intent
  3. Causation
  4. Harm
  5. Lack of privilege or defense
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Voluntary Act

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∆ must engage in something that is conscious and willed

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How is intent established?

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  1. ∆ desires that his act will cause the harmful resut
  2. ∆ knew the results were substantially certain to occur
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Causation

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∆ act must cause plaintiff’s injury

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