Trespass to the Person
/ˈtrɛspæs tu ði ˈpɜrsən/
Definitions
- (n.) A tort involving direct and intentional interference with a person’s bodily integrity or freedom, including assault, battery, and false imprisonment.
The defendant was liable for trespass to the person after striking the plaintiff without consent.
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Commentary
Trespass to the person specifically covers intentional direct physical invasions of a person as distinct from property trespasses; precise identification of acts (assault, battery, false imprisonment) is key in drafting.
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