Question
Who defined law of tort as "tortious liability arises from the breach of a duty primarily fixed by the law : this duty is towards persons generally and its breach is redressible by an action for unliquidated damages" ?
The correct answer is
Winfield
Tort Law Definition by Winfield
The definition of tortious liability provided is:
"Tortious liability arises from the breach of a duty primarily fixed by the law: this duty is towards persons generally and its breach is redressible by an action for unliquidated damages."
This specific definition was given by the renowned jurist Winfield.
Therefore, the correct identification rests on attributing this definition to its originator.
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LIST-I
(Theory)LIST-II
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