law of torts in England

The law of torts in England deals with situations where someone's wrongful actions cause harm to another person or their property. Unlike criminal law, which focuses on offenses against the state, tort law is primarily about compensating the injured party. Common torts include negligence, where someone fails to take reasonable care, leading to injury, and defamation, which involves harming someone's reputation through false statements. The primary aim is to provide relief to the victim and deter similar conduct in the future. Torts can result in monetary damages or injunctions to prevent further harm.