This chapter will attempt to explain some of the basic principles which underlie the law of tort. A tort is an act or omission that causes legally cognizable harm to persons or property.This fourth edition updates the material in the previous edition in the light of recent developments in this fast moving area of law. There is discussion of. This case highlights a general principle of tort which is that MOTIVE does not matter. The courts will consider what a defendant did and not why he did it. (2) Florida educators shall comply with the following disciplinary principles. Duty of care constitutes the first of the three primary elements of tort (duty of care, breach and causation). Written with learning in mind, these texts allow students to gain a solid understanding of the law. Each book presents the subject clearly and.