Tort law defines seven common intentional torts. Four are personal: assault, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and false imprisonment.Laura, originally from Yukon, Oklahoma, graduated summa cum laude from the University of. Oklahoma in 2001 with a liberal arts degree. What Is A 'Tort' In Texas Law? A tort is when someone does something or fails to do something that hurts or harms another person. In Texas, tort cases are civil actions involving negligence that lead to physical injury, financial damage, property damage, and emotional injuries. There are numerous specific torts including trespass, assault, battery, negligence, products liability, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. There are three kinds of torts: intentional torts, negligent torts, and strict liability torts. It is also the most common ground for a tort case.