Asked by Sharon Dixon on May 09, 2024
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It is possible for wrongful conduct to be both a tort and a crime.
Wrongful Conduct
Actions or behaviors that are illegal or morally incorrect according to the law and ethical standards.
Tort
An act of civil misconduct that inflicts loss or damage on a victim, leading to the legal responsibility of the perpetrator who carried out the act.
Crime
An act or omission that violates a law which results in a punishment.
- Distinguish between torts and crimes, and understand situations where wrongful conduct can be categorized as both.
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rossy almeidaMay 16, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
Wrongful conduct can be classified as both a tort (a civil wrong for which a remedy may be obtained, usually in the form of damages) and a crime (an act punishable by the state) depending on the nature of the act and the legal consequences imposed. For example, assault can be prosecuted criminally and can also give rise to a civil lawsuit for damages.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between torts and crimes, and understand situations where wrongful conduct can be categorized as both.