A tort is a wrongful injury claim against someone for causing injury to another. The majority of torts are tried in civil courts. Torts are designed to provide compensation in the form of damages to injured victims (plaintiff) and to deter the party at fault (defendant) from repeating the injurious behavior. Lost income, medical expenses, and pain and suffering are some of the damages recoverable under personal injury claims.

Personal injuries can be both physical and mental. Physical injury may include disability, loss of limb, disfigurement, and the loss of any of the senses. Mental harm may encompass emotional trauma, mental anguish, loss of love and affection, or loss of enjoyment. Whether you were injured in an accident, assault, or because of a defective product, you have the right to seek damages. Personal Injury victims may file a tort based on:

• Negligence - an individual or company's act or failure to act caused injury. Even if the act was unintentional, the defendant is still liable for damages.
  
• A person or company causes injury or fails to prevent an injury.
  
• Intentional misconduct - a person maliciously or intentionally inflicted harm or caused death. This type of claim is litigated under criminal law.
  
• Product Liability - Where a product fails to meet certain standards or is defective.  If you suffered injury as a result of a defective product or even inadequate labeling, you may sue any or all parties in the manufacturing chain.