Intentional Torts

Question 1

ASSAULT

Answer 1

An intentional act coupled with the apparent present ability that creates awareness and apprehension in another of imminent harmful or offensive contact

Question 2

BATTERY

Answer 2

The intentional harmful or offensive touching of another without consent

Question 3

FALSE IMPRISONMENT

Answer 3

The intentional and non-consensual confinement of another without knowledge of reasonable means of escape and the plaintiff is aware of the confinement or is injured

Question 4

TRESPASS TO PROPERTY

Answer 4

The intentional entry upon the land of another without consent

Question 5

TRESPASS TO CHATTELS

Answer 5

The intentional temporary interference with the personal property of another without consent

Question 6

CONVERSION

Answer 6

The intentional substantial or permanent dispossession of the personal property of another without consent

Question 7

IIED

Answer 7

Extreme and outrageous conduct that intentionally or recklessly causes severe emotional distress of another

Question 8

PRIMA FACIE TORT

Answer 8

One who intends to injure somebody should be liable unless there’s justification.