Law Of Torts - Study Mode

[#706] Assertion (A): In an action for malicious prosecution it must be proved that the defendant had initiated criminal proceeding maliciously and without reasonable and probable cause. Reason (R): Action for malicious prosecution is instituted in criminal court
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(C) A is true but R is false

[#707] To constitute the tort of nuisance, the essentials are
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(D) All the above

[#708] Two or more persons may become joint wrongdoers (1) By committing a tort in concert, or in pursuance of an unlawful conspiracy (2) By the principal of vicarious liability (3) When they act independently but their acts cause the same damage
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(A) (1), (2)

[#709] Match the incorrect entries.
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(C) Remoteness of Damage ⇔ Rylands v. Fletcher

[#710] Which one of the following correctly identifies the remedies available to the victim in case of false imprisonment?
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(C) Self-help, habeas corpus, action for damages