Legal Definitions - legal wrong

A legal wrong is when someone breaks the law or violates someone else's legal rights. This can include things like not fulfilling a contract, causing harm to someone, or not following a legal duty. It is considered a breach of the law and can result in legal action being taken against the person who committed the wrong.

• Not paying back a debt is a continuing wrong because it is an ongoing issue that can be corrected through legal action.
• Intentionally causing harm to someone is an intentional wrong because the person meant to do it.
• Breaking a contract with the government is a public wrong because it is an offense committed against the state or community at large.

These examples illustrate how different actions can be considered legal wrongs and can have different consequences depending on the situation. It is important to follow the law and respect the legal rights of others to avoid committing a legal wrong.