Which of the following is NOT a type of tort?

• A. Intentional tort
• B. Gross negligence
• C. Negligent tort
• D. Strict liability tort

Answer: (B)

Gross negligence does not fall under the traditional classifications of torts. Torts typically encompass intentional acts, negligence, and strict liability.

Intentional torts involve actions taken with the intent to cause harm or with knowledge that harm is likely to occur. Examples include assault and defamation.

Negligent torts arise from a breach of duty that leads to unintended harm to another person. This includes cases where an individual fails to act in a reasonable manner, resulting in injury.

Strict liability torts require a party to be held liable for damages without a need to prove negligence or intent, typically in cases involving inherently dangerous activities or defective products.

While gross negligence is a concept related to negligence that indicates a severe lack of care, it is considered a heightened degree of negligence rather than a separate category of tort. Therefore, it is not classified as one of the fundamental types of torts.