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Tortious Conduct:
Behaviour That Is Negligently, Intentionally, or Recklessly Wrongful
Last Updated: August 22 2026
Question: Do I have a claim in Ontario for a tort (like negligence or defamation) and what should I do first?
Answer: If you’re dealing with harm caused by someone else in Ontario, Pollock Paralegal can help a paralegal assess whether your situation fits a civil tort claim (other than a contract issue), identify likely causes of action such as negligence or defamation, and outline the evidence and next steps for a compensation-focused case, since the right tort and facts drive everything from deadlines to remedies. Contact Pollock Paralegal at (519) 694-0363 for a free 15-minute intake and a practical consultation path for your tort dispute.
Various Tort Disputes
Tort is a word derived from the Latin word tortum and is loosely meaning wrong or wrongful. In law, tort falls into the area of civil law other than breach of contract or breach of fiduciary duty, involving rights of action (the right to sue) for a remedy such as compensation for harm caused by the tort. The first known use of the word tort within a legal proceeding was in the case of Boulston v. Hardy, (1597), 77 E.R. 216.
Tort law plays an essential role in maintaining social order by providing a mechanism through which individuals can seek recourse for harm caused by others. In doing so, tort law encourages accountability and discourages negligent or harmful behavior in both personal and occupational settings. Beyond financial redress, tort law expresses and enforces shared societal principles. Tort law promotes confidence in legal remedies and reinforces the importance of acting with integrity and respect within interpersonal and institutional relationships.
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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