Aug. 5, 2026

Tort Law 01- What is Tort Law?

Tort Law 01- What is Tort Law?

Learn what tort law is, why it exists, how it differs from criminal law, and how English tort law protects individuals from legal wrongs.

What Is Tort Law?

In this episode of Law Exchange, we introduce tort law and explore what it is, why it exists, and how it protects individuals from legal wrongs.

WHAT IS TORT LAW?

We begin by looking at what tort law is and why it exists.

CIVIL LAW AND CRIMINAL LAW

We explore the difference between civil law and criminal law.

THE PURPOSE OF ENGLISH TORT LAW

We look at the purpose of English tort law.

PROTECTING INDIVIDUALS FROM LEGAL WRONGS

We explore how tort law protects individuals from legal wrongs, using practical, real-world examples.

BUILDING THE FOUNDATIONS

We introduce the foundations of one of the most important areas of English law and build a strong foundation before exploring negligence and other torts.

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