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Synonyms for «tort action»

A "tort action" refers to a legal claim made by someone who has been harmed by another person's wrongful act. It involves seeking compensation for damages caused by negligence, intentional wrongdoing, or a breach of duty. Essentially, it is a legal procedure used to seek justice and hold someone accountable for their harmful actions. Full definition
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«tort»

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«action»

act case defense motion lawsuit claim court litigation suit contract liability state attorney threat battle decision process plaintiff response conduct lawyers arguments event practice damages matters negligence issues government company proceedings filing person application field options challenge course victim question firm tasks part disputes trade basis subject context activities

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Sentences with «tort action»

  • In this capacity, he handles mass tort actions for the firm nationwide, including product liability claims involving dangerous drugs and defective medical devices. (forthepeople.com)
  • It would, however, be expensive, in myriad social costs, to create a novel tort action for loss of pet companionship. (sandiegouniontribune.com)
  • He has also handled mass tort actions involving drug studies, medical device cases and pharmaceutical actions. (marshalldennehey.com)
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