kahjuõiguses
Kahjuõigus, often translated as tort law or delict law, is a branch of civil law that deals with civil wrongs. It provides a legal remedy for individuals or entities who have suffered harm or loss due to the wrongful conduct of another party. The primary aim of kahjuõigus is to compensate the injured party for their damages and, in some cases, to deter future wrongful acts.
The core concept in kahjuõigus is fault. Generally, for a claim to succeed, the claimant must prove
Damages in kahjuõigus can be categorized into pecuniary and non-pecuniary losses. Pecuniary damages cover actual financial
Common examples of torts include personal injury claims arising from accidents, defamation, trespass, and product liability.