South Dakota Codified Laws 15-8-11. Joint tort-feasors–Definition of term
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For the purposes of §§ 15-8-12 to 15-8-22, inclusive, the term “joint tort–feasors” means two or more persons jointly or severally liable in tort for the same injury to person or property, whether or not judgment has been recovered against all or some of them.
Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 15-8-11
- Person: includes natural persons, partnerships, associations, cooperative corporations, limited liability companies, and corporations. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Property: includes property, real and personal. See South Dakota Codified Laws 2-14-2
- Tort: A civil wrong or breach of a duty to another person, as outlined by law. A very common tort is negligent operation of a motor vehicle that results in property damage and personal injury in an automobile accident.
Source: SL 1945, ch 167, § 1; SDC Supp 1960, § 33.04A02.