In the context of liability, what term describes a civil wrong, other than a breach of contract, that causes injury?

• A. Tort
• B. Negligence
• C. Breach of contract
• D. Malpractice

Answer: (A)

Tort is a civil wrong that causes injury or loss and leads to liability, distinct from any contract obligations. It covers wrongful acts that harm another person or property, with remedies like damages or injunctions. Negligence is a common type of tort, but the broader term described is tort itself. Breach of contract describes failing to meet a contractual duty, not a general civil wrong, so it’s not the right umbrella term here. Malpractice is a specialized form of professional negligence, which falls under torts in many cases, but the question seeks the general category, which is tort. For example, if someone’s careless action causes your injury, you’d pursue a tort claim for damages rather than a contract claim.