| Fraud and Deceit |
| In the business world, making fraudulent or deceitful representations to others may give rise to liability. A "representation" may consist of words or conduct.More... |
| Invasion of Privacy--Disclosure |
| The law provides everyone with some basic rights to privacy. Privacy is the general right to be left alone and free from unwanted publicity. Unreasonable invasion of one's privacy causes harm.More... |
| Torts in Boxing |
| Boxing is obviously a dangerous sport for participants, but spectators may be injured as well. In certain instances, spectators and participants may bring tort actions to recover for their injuries.More... |
| Taxation of Business Injury Awards |
| Although personal injury awards or damages that are paid for a plaintiff's personal physical injuries and physical sickness are generally not taxable, business injury awards generally are taxable. Business injury awards include damages for lost profits, capital assets, or goodwill.More... |
| Intoxication As a Defense to Negligence |
| Intoxication is not a defense to negligence. A person who is intoxicated when he commits a negligent act will be held to the same standard as a person who is not intoxicated. The actions of an intoxicated person will not be judged by the standard of a reasonably prudent intoxicated person.More... |
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