A(n) _________________________ requires proof that the defendant used force directly on the plaintiff or the plaintiff's property, while a(n) _________________________ requires no showing of force and can be sustained even where an injury was inflicted indirectly.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


action in trespass, trespass on the case

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