Civil Law Crossword

A civil wrong
The rule that states that courts will stand by decisions handed down by higher courts, in the same hierarchy, in like cases
A remark or statement made by a judge that does not form a part of the judgment but is used by way of analogy or example.
The judge's reason for their decision that forms the binding precedent for future cases
The direct application of force on another person
A written or oral statement that injuries a person's good reputation
A tort imposing a duty to exercise reasonable care to ensure a person's actions do not adversely affect others
A civil remedy providing monetary compensation
A person's expression of willingness to enter into an agreement
The person against whom a civil action is brought in the courts
The state of affairs where an action is necessary to avoid death or injury to a person
Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something
Occurs when one person unlawfully detains another person
A moral or legal obligation to ensure the safety or well-being of others
The action of showing something to be right or reasonable
A special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group
To a willing person, injury is not done
Reviewers and commentators are protected from defamation action because they present an honest opinion
An action inviting other parties to make an offer to form a contract
These defences are specific and find application in relation to a fixed nature of tort