While a central function of tort law is compensation for innocent victims,why might the application of tort law not result in compensation for an innocent victim?
A) because any fault on the part of the victim will negate his or her claim
B) because the wrongdoer was already convicted criminally for the same wrong
C) because the victim has failed to satisfy the "clean hands" rule
D) because tort law requires blameworthy conduct on the part of the defendant

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Tort law requires that the defendant's conduct be blameworthy or negligent for the victim to receive compensation. If the defendant's actions do not meet this standard, the victim may not be compensated.

While a Central Function of Tort Law Is Compensation for Innocent