Civil Liability


Definition of "Civil liability"

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Steve McVay RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts

Negligent acts and/or omissions, other than breach of contract, normally independent of moral obligations for which a remedy can be provided in a court of law. For example, a person injured in someone's home can bring suit under civil liability law.

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