The term ACT LAW is composed of two crossword solutions: TORT (4 letters) and TRIAL (5 letters). TORT is a civil wrong or wrongful act that causes harm to another person, property, or reputation. TRIAL is a legal proceeding in which evidence is presented to a judge or jury in order to determine the guilt or innocence of a defendant. Together, these two terms refer to the process of bringing a civil lawsuit against someone for a wrongful act.