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Tortious Conduct:
Behaviour That Is Negligently, Intentionally, or Recklessly Wrongful
Last Updated: June 11 2026
Question: What should I do if someone’s negligence or intentional conduct caused me injury, financial loss, or reputational harm in Ontario?
Answer: If you’ve been harmed by another party’s negligence or intentional wrongdoing, Lynxs Paralegal provides Legal Services for Ontario tort disputes by assessing liability, preserving evidence, documenting damages (medical costs, lost income, repair bills, and other losses), and pursuing settlement or court remedies within applicable limitation periods to maximize your chances of fair compensation. Call (647) 249-6676 to book a practical, cost-aware review of your situation and next steps.
Various Tort Disputes
Most people will have a vague understanding of various tort law issues despite lacking knowledge of the actual definition of tort law. The word tort, while funny sounding, is actually a word derived from the Latin word tortum which, loosely translated, means wrongdoing. In the realm of law, tort is a civil law matter other than breach of contract, or breach of fiduciary duty, and involves the right to sue for compensation, among other things. It is generally believed that the first use of the word tort within a legal proceeding was within the case of Boulston v. Hardy, (1597), 77 E.R. 216, during the time when Galileo was still alive.
By imposing liability for harmful acts, tort law supports the social objective of accountability as it gives injured parties a means of seeking justice and acts as a deterrent against careless or wrongful conduct in both public and private spheres. Beyond providing monetary relief, tort law affirms community values by promoting fairness and caution in social conduct. Tort law supports the public trust of legal institutions and encourages a civil environment rooted in responsibility, decency, and shared respect for others.
Common Issues Include:
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“... I include myself among those who had never heard of the tort of barratry ...”
~ C.A. Osborne A.C.J.O.
McIntyre Estate v. Ontario, 2001 CanLII 7972 (ON CA)
As above, even a highly experienced and knowledgeable Court of Appeal judge can be unfamiliar with all aspects of tort law; and accordingly, with dozens of legally recognized torts applicable to various forms of wrongdoing, it is necessary to carefully review the relevant law applicable to tort matters.
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