Legal Concepts and Liability Principles
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What is a law defined as?

A standard rule of conduct established and enforced by the government

What distinguishes public law from private law?

Public law involves direct government participation, while private law concerns disputes between individuals or organizations.

What specific example of criminal law is mentioned?

Murder

What are the four elements of liability?

<p>Duty, Breach of duty, Causation, Damages</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are elements of informed consent?

<p>Disclosure (A), Comprehension (B), Voluntariness (C), Competence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Law

Standard rule of conduct established and enforced by Government.

Public Law

Law where the government is directly involved.

Private Law

Civil law concerning state and federal criminal statutes.

Criminal Law

Branch of law dealing with crimes and their punishments.

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Duty

Legal obligation to act or refrain from acting.

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Breach of Duty

Failure to meet legal obligations owed to others.

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Causation

Demonstrating a link between the breach and the damages.

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Damages

Monetary compensation for harm or injury caused.

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Informed Consent

Process ensuring a patient is fully aware before agreeing to treatment.

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Elements of Informed Consent

Includes disclosure, comprehension, competence, and voluntariness.

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Study Notes

  • Law: A standard rule of conduct, established and enforced by the government.
  • Public Law: The government is directly involved.
  • Private Law: Includes civil law, which concerns state and federal criminal statutes.
  • Criminal Law (Murder): A specific type of private law.

Elements of Liability

  • Four Elements: Duty, breach of duty, causation, and damages.
  • Disclosure: Essential for informed consent.
  • Comprehension: Important to understand the information.
  • Competence: The ability to make decisions is a key factor.
  • Voluntariness: Free will is necessary; consent cannot be coerced.

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Test your understanding of key legal concepts, including public and private law, criminal law, and the elements of liability. This quiz also covers informed consent principles, focusing on disclosure, comprehension, competence, and voluntariness. Perfect for law students and anyone interested in legal fundamentals.

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