Tortious Conduct: Behaviour That Is Negligently, Intentionally, or Recklessly Wrongful | DefendCharges.ca™


Last Updated: August 23 2026

Question:What should I do if someone is suing me for a tort claim in Ontario?

Answer:If you’re facing an Ontario tort claim, gather and preserve evidence (texts, emails, photos, contracts, and witness names) and write down a timeline of events before responding to any pleadings.  Tort cases often turn on whether the other side can prove elements like negligence, intentional conduct, causation, and damages, so an early case review helps you identify defences and manage risk.  DefendCharges.ca™ can help you understand the specific tort alleged (like negligence, defamation, nuisance, or privacy) and prepare next steps that align with Ontario procedures, so you can move toward a fair resolution.  Call (647) 559-3377 to speak with a paralegal at DefendCharges.ca™ about your situation.

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Various Tort Disputes

Most people will have a vague understanding of various tort law issues despite lacking knowledge of the actual definition of tort law. The word tort, while funny sounding, is actually a word derived from the Latin word tortum which, loosely translated, means wrongdoing. In the realm of law, tort is a civil law matter other than breach of contract, or breach of fiduciary duty, and involves the right to sue for compensation, among other things. It is generally believed that the first use of the word tort within a legal proceeding was within the case of Boulston v. Hardy, (1597), 77 E.R. 216, during the time when Galileo was still alive.

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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 providing monetary relief, tort law affirms community values by promoting fairness and caution in social conduct. Tort law supports the public trust of legal institutions and encourages a civil environment rooted in responsibility, decency, and shared respect for others.


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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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