In case of a tort claim of emotional distress, the plaintiff could:
A) win for having been insulted by bad language
B) win only if some physical injury is proven to accompany the mental injury
C) win only if "outward manifestations" of mental injury are apparent
D) win for observing a terrible injury inflicted on one's child
E) none of the other choices

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The plaintiff can win for emotional distress if they have observed a terrible injury inflicted on their child. This is known as the "bystander rule" and allows recovery for emotional distress even if there is no physical injury or outward manifestation of mental injury.

In Case of a Tort Claim of Emotional Distress, the Plaintiff