Tortfeasor comes from ancient Latin and it just simply means someone who has caused a tort or an injury to another. Thanks for watching our video Tort Law Terms For more how to videos, expert advice, instructional tips, tricks, guides and tutorials on this subject, visit the topic Tort Law. Disclaimer, This is a free, educational video created by Michael Ehline and VideoJug. It is not intended as legal advice. Each state and jurisdiction may have its own laws. This video series is intended to provide general information as would be taught in a law school. To learn more about making your own video, contact http://ehlinelaw.com and to learn more about personal injury law generally, or to update or make corrections, contact attorney Michael Ehline at ehlinelaw.com/video at (213) 596-9642.