A tort is a wrongful act (other than a breach of a contract) that creates civil legal liability for money damages—and in some situations entitles the injured party to injunctive relief—an injunction or court order for the person or entity committing the wrongful act to stop a certain behavior or action. A person who commits a tort is known as a tortfeasor.

Torts are often associated with personal injury claims, as many torts can cause personal injuries. These claims and the related law are sometimes broadly referred to as tort law.

In Utah, as in other states, a tort is considered a civil wrong that can result in the tortfeasor (the person who commits the tort) being held liable for damages. Tort law in Utah covers a wide range of wrongful acts, including but not limited to negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, defamation, and product liability. When a tort causes personal injury, the injured party may file a lawsuit seeking compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. Utah's tort law also allows for punitive damages in cases where the tortfeasor's conduct is particularly egregious. In some cases, the court may also issue an injunction to prevent the tortfeasor from continuing the harmful behavior. It's important to note that Utah may have specific statutes that govern certain aspects of tort law, such as time limits for filing claims (statutes of limitations), caps on certain types of damages, and comparative negligence rules that can affect the amount of compensation an injured party can recover.