A major purpose of tort law is to:
A) replace the insurance industry
B) provide compensation for injured parties by wrongdoers
C) impose criminal penalties on the negligent
D) ensure Equal Protection of the 14th Amendment is operational
E) ensure the effective operation of the Due Process Clause

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Tort law seeks to provide compensation for those who have been wronged, typically by imposing liability on those who have caused harm. It is not meant to replace the insurance industry, impose criminal penalties, or ensure constitutional protections.

A Major Purpose of Tort Law Is To