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.
If pain is triggered then the extensor tendons are likely to be involved. Extensor tendinitis explained. Extensor tendonitis or extensor tendinopathy as it is probably better known now amongst the medical profession is one of the most common causes of 'top of foot pain'. It affects the tendons which pull the foot upwards (tibialis anterior, extensor hallucis longus, extensor hallucis brevis and extensor digitorum longus tendons). Tibialis anterior tendonitis is most common.