tort

A tort is a legal wrong that causes harm or injury to someone, leading them to seek compensation or remedy through the courts. It involves one party failing to behave with the care expected, resulting in damage to another—like negligence, defamation, or trespass. The purpose of tort law is to hold the responsible person accountable and to restore the injured party to the position they were in before the harm occurred. It’s a way to address unfair or harmful conduct that isn't necessarily a criminal offense but still warrants legal redress.