contributory negligence

The 4 Elements of Negligence

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The 4 elements of negligence are the four primary factors that must be proven to win a negligence lawsuit. They are duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages. To prove negligence, the plaintiff must have suffered a harm as a direct result of the defendant’s negligence. The causation element can be broken down … Read more

The 3 Elements of Negligence

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Negligence is a legal term that refers to an act or failure to act that results in harm to another. This is different from a breach of a contract or personal relationship or an omission of a specific legal duty. It is also different from violating an absolute right. Because negligence is a complex issue, … Read more