IIED (Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress)

Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress (IIED) is a legal claim made when someone deliberately engages in outrageous or extreme behavior that causes severe emotional suffering to another person. To succeed in an IIED case, the victim must prove that the perpetrator's actions were intentional or reckless, that the conduct was unreasonable or shocking, and that it resulted in significant emotional harm, such as anxiety or depression. This tort recognizes the impact of emotional pain and seeks to hold individuals accountable for their harmful actions, even if physical harm did not occur.