What is considered injury or damage in a legal context?

In a legal context, injury or damage refers to the harm suffered by a claimant as a direct result of a breach of duty, which can arise from various situations, including negligence or other forms of wrongful conduct. The concept encompasses not just physical injuries, but can also include psychological harm, financial loss, and other forms of detriment that the affected party experiences as a result of another’s failure to meet a legal obligation.

The significance of understanding injury or damage in this context lies in the ability to establish a causal link between the breach and the harm suffered, which is critical for any legal claim. It's not limited to voluntary actions, minor inconveniences, or solely financial losses; rather, it considers all forms of meaningful impact on the claimant’s well-being or property.

This broader approach ensures that individuals can seek redress for a wide range of harms that can result from another party’s negligence or wrongful acts, highlighting the essential nature of the duty of care in legal frameworks governing occupational health and safety.