“Ex delicto” is a Latin legal term meaning “from a wrong” or “from a tort.” It refers to situations where a legal action or claim arises as a result of a wrongful act or a tort committed by one party against another. In this context, “ex delicto” typically denotes civil liability for damages caused by the wrongful conduct of an individual or entity. Legal proceedings initiated “ex delicto” seek to address and remedy the harm or injury inflicted upon the victim by holding the responsible party accountable for their actions. This term is commonly used in tort law to distinguish cases where liability arises from a wrongful act or omission.
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