Harming

/ˈhɑːrmɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (v. (gerund)) The act of causing injury, damage, or loss to a person or property under legal consideration.
    The defendant's actions resulted in harming the plaintiff's reputation.

Forms

  • harm
  • harms
  • harmed

Commentary

Used primarily as a gerund form of 'harm' to describe ongoing or continuous damage relevant in tort and criminal law contexts.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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