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Law for Business
Mr. Bernstein
Notes, pp 92-96Intentional Torts, Negligent Torts and
Strict LiabilityOctober 10, 2014
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Law for BusinessMr. Bernstein
Common Intentional TortsAssaultBatteryFalse ImprisonmentDefamationInvasion of PrivacyTrepass to LandConversionInterference with Contractual RelationsFraud
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Law for BusinessMr. Bernstein
NegligenceMost common tortIntent not requiredExistence of duty, breach of duty, injury and
causation are requiredDuty: “Reasonable Person” standardIn some states, contributory negligence mattersAssumption of Risk typically a successful defense
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Law for BusinessMr. Bernstein
Strict LiabilityNeither intent nor negligence requiredAbnormally dangerous activitiesDangerous animalsUnreasonably dangerous goodsManufacturers, wholesale distributors and retailers
are all liable