Elements of the Tort of Trespass to Personal Property Is

question 59

Multiple Choice

Elements of the tort of trespass to personal property is which of the following?

• A) Lawful possession of the property by the plaintiff
• B) Unauthorized entry onto the property by the defendant
• C) Intentional harm to the property owner
• D) Lawful possession of the property by the plaintiff and unauthorized entry onto the property by the defendant
• E) Lawful possession of the property by the plaintiff, unauthorized entry onto the property by the defendant, and intentional harm to the property owner

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Definitions:

Trustee

A person in whom property is vested in trust for another.

Illegal

Refers to actions or activities that are prohibited by law or statute.

Spendthrift Clause

A provision in a trust that prevents beneficiaries from pledging or assigning their interest in the trust's assets to creditors, offering protection from creditors' claims.

Beneficiary Protection

Legal measures or provisions that ensure the rights and interests of beneficiaries, particularly in insurance and estate matters, are safeguarded.