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Parash Sedhai
on Nov 29, 2024
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Even if a defendant's own negligent conduct created an emergency, he will not be liable for the consequences of the conduct if he acted with care in the resulting emergency situation.
Negligent Conduct
Actions or failures to act that breach a duty of care owed to others, resulting in harm or injury.
Emergency
A sudden, unexpected situation requiring immediate action to prevent or mitigate harm.
- Understand the implications of a defendant's actions on liability, including the creation of peril and reacting to emergencies.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the implications of a defendant's actions on liability, including the creation of peril and reacting to emergencies.
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