What are the causes of action that Rob Jr. may have against the church? What are the causes of action that Rob's parents may have against the church on their behalf? What are the elements that must be proven for each cause of action? What case law, civil statutes, or restatements of torts that demonstrate each tort. The following will examine the causes of action Rob and his family has against the church, describe the elements, and then will back them up with citations.