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ABA Family Legal Guide
Personal Injury
Intentional Wrongs
What are intentional torts?
Intentional torts are those in which the wrongdoer intends to act in a certain way. For example, let's say Jack picks up a golf club, swings it at Jill, and hits her in the shoulder. Jack has committed the intentional torts of assault and battery. He intended to strike Jill, causing harm.
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