The primary purpose of tort law is to:

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The primary purpose of tort law is to provide compensation to the injured party for their loss, whether that loss is physical, emotional or financial. Tort law is a civil law, so it is separate from criminal law and therefore it is not aimed at punishing or preventing criminal offenders (A). Tort law also does not relate to protecting people from double jeopardy, which is a constitutional principle that applies to criminal cases (B). While tort law does protect victims' rights, this is not its primary purpose (D).

The Primary Purpose of Tort Law Is To