In civil law jurisdictions based on civil codes, both contractual and tortious or delictual liability is typically outlined in a civil code based on Roman Law principles. While tort law in civil law jurisdictions largely derives from Roman law, common law jurisdictions derive their tort law from customary English tort law. Obligations in both tort and criminal law are more fundamental and are imposed regardless of whether the parties have a contract. Tort law may also be contrasted with contract law, which provides civil remedies after breach of a duty that arises from a contract. Some wrongful acts, such as assault and battery, can result in both a civil lawsuit and a criminal prosecution in countries where the civil and criminal legal systems are separate. While criminal law aims to punish individuals who commit crimes, tort law aims to compensate individuals who suffer harm as a result of the actions of others.
Tort law can be contrasted with criminal law, which deals with criminal wrongs that are punishable by the state.
Not to be confused with tart, torte, or torta.
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