Tort law is different from criminal law in that: (1) torts may result from negligent as well as intentional or criminal actions and (2) tort lawsuits have a lower burden of proof such as preponderance of evidence rather than beyond a reasonable doubt.
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot arch pain. It is usually painful after activity or prolonged rest e.g. first thing in the morning. Find out more including how to treat and prevent the condition in the Plantar Fasciitis section.
Acute trauma to the calcaneus is the most common bone cause of heel pain. This usually occurs following a fall from a height on to the heel. Intra-articular fractures involving the subtalar joint result in diffuse pain in the hindfoot that is poorly localised to the heel itself.