Which of the following torts allows a person to recover for emotional distress caused by the defendant's negligent conduct?

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Negligent infliction of emotional distress allows for recovery of emotional distress caused by the defendant's negligent conduct. Intentional infliction of emotional distress requires intentional conduct, and punitive emotional distress and strict infliction of emotional distress are not recognized torts. "Unintentional negligence" is not a recognized legal term.

Which of the Following Torts Allows a Person to Recover