personal injury

Torts. 1. In a negligence action, any harm caused to a person, such as a broken bone, a cut, or a bruise; bodily injury. 2. Any invasion of a personal right, including mental suffering and false imprisonment.

— Also termed private injury. [Cases: Insurance 2306.] 3. For purposes of workers’ compensation, any harm (including a worsened preexisting condition) that arises in the scope of employment. — Abbr. PI. [Cases: Workers’ Compensation 552–566, 604–770. C.J.S. Workmen’s Compensation §§ 325–337, 365–470, 475.]

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