Check out the list of maxims of jurisprudence (most) part 4 of the California Civil Code. read more

Liability without fault is a circumstance in which the defendant is held criminally liable for his actions even though criminal intent is absent. read more

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It hardly needs to be stated that intent is a requirement of an intentional tort. read more

Learn how the Restatement (Second) of Torts § 46 defines intentional infliction of emotional distress and the key elements needed to prove a claim in court. read more

Exculpation is the act of being cleared of blame, and excuse and justification are the most common criminal defenses that achieve this. read more

Crime against the person, often simply referred to as violent crime, is arguably the most serious species of crime addressed by the criminal law. read more

Crimes against property include theft, vandalism, and fraud, targeting property ownership. Learn the definition, examples, and evolving laws to protect your rights. read more

Consent may be used as a defense in the criminal law when the victim might reasonably be shown to have consented to the defendant's actions. read more

Consent by the injured party can negate the existence of a tort as in the Latin phrase volenti non fit injuria – to one who is willing, no wrong is done. read more