Introduction to Torts

Question 1

What torts cover trespass and what is negligence?

Answer 1

Trespass - Battery, assault, and false imprisonment.

Negligence - Imposing duties to take care to not cause a) physical, or b) psychiatric harm.

Question 2

What are the torts protecting a person’s personality interests?

Answer 2

1) Defamation, 2) Harassment, 3) Privacy.

Question 3

What are the torts protecting property?

Answer 3

1) Private nuisance, 2) trespass to land, 3) trespass to goods, and 4) negligence.

Question 4

Is negligence actionable per se?

Answer 4

No, negligence is not actionable per se; proof of damage is needed.

Question 5

Is battery or trespass actionable per se?

Answer 5

Yes they are actionable per se.