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Sherry Rasul
on Nov 29, 2024Verified
An action for negligence consists of which of the following elements which the plaintiff must prove?
A) Injury.
B) Res ipsa loquitur .
C) A reasonable person.
D) Superior skill or knowledge.
Reasonable Person
A hypothetical individual in society who exercises average care, skill, and judgment in conduct and who serves as a comparative standard for determining liability.
Res Ipsa Loquitur
A legal doctrine allowing the presumption of negligence in a case where the exact cause of harm is unknown but it is clear the defendant had control.
Superior Skill
Exceptional ability or proficiency in a particular area, often surpassing the ordinary or expected level of expertise.
- Acquire knowledge on the essential principles and applications of negligence law, particularly the negligence per se rule.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the essential principles and applications of negligence law, particularly the negligence per se rule.