Legal Definitions - wrongful conduct

Definition: Wrongful conduct refers to an act that violates a legal duty or infringes on someone else's rights. It is an action that is unjust and can cause harm to others.

Examples:

• Stealing someone's property
• Physically assaulting someone
• Breaking a contract
• Discriminating against someone based on their race or gender

These examples illustrate wrongful conduct because they all involve actions that are illegal or unethical and can cause harm to others. Stealing someone's property or physically assaulting them is a violation of their rights and can cause physical or emotional harm. Breaking a contract can cause financial harm to the other party involved. Discriminating against someone based on their race or gender is unethical and can cause emotional harm.