Question

Adam kisses the sleeve of Eve’s blouse, an act to which she did not consent. Has Adam committed a tort and if so, which one? Explain why this is or is not a tort.

Answer 1

Answer:

Yes, Adam committed a tort.

Explanation:

In the situation, when Adam kisses the sleeve of Eve's blouse but without her consent, he committed  a tort. A tort can be defined as a civil wrong which harm other. Here, Adam's act of kissing the sleeve was an invasion of Eve's privacy. It also caused her emotional distress. Therefore Adam has a legal liability in this case as it is tort.