Under the influence of alcohol, Malcolm punches a bartender at a local bar. The bartender files a lawsuit against Malcolm for battery. This scenario is an example of a _____.

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This scenario is an example of a tort, which is a civil wrong that causes harm or loss, leading to legal liability. Battery is a type of intentional tort involving harmful or offensive contact.

Under the Influence of Alcohol, Malcolm Punches a Bartender at a Local