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What does negligence refer to?
Failure to use reasonable care
How is negligence defined in common law?
Action contrary to what an ordinary reasonable person would do in the community
What are the three elements in the tort of negligence?
Duty of care, breach of duty, damages
What does duty of care entail?
Taking reasonable care to avoid foreseeable injury to others
What is a tort in legal terms?
Any wrongful act resulting in injury to another's property or reputation
Test your understanding of negligence law with this quiz! Explore the concept of failure to use reasonable care and how it applies in common law. Evaluate your knowledge of legal causation and the impact of negligence on damages.
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