Legal Definitions - wrong

Definition: A wrong is an act or omission that violates someone's legal rights or breaches a legal duty. It can be a civil wrong, which is a violation of noncriminal law, such as a tort or breach of contract, or a public wrong, which is an offense committed against the state or community at large.

Examples:

• A driver who runs a red light and causes an accident has committed a civil wrong by violating the other driver's right to safety on the road.
• A company that breaches a contract with a customer has committed a civil wrong by failing to fulfill its legal duty to perform the terms of the agreement.
• A person who commits a crime, such as theft or assault, has committed a public wrong by violating the laws that protect the community.

These examples illustrate how a wrong can take different forms and have different consequences depending on the context in which it occurs. In each case, the wrongdoer has acted in a way that is contrary to legal or moral standards, and may be held liable for the harm caused by their actions.