UNINTENTIONAL TORTS Chapter 14

Negligence Negligence – a careless act that causes injury to another, not acting like a “reasonable person” 2 purposes of the law of negligence: compensate victims ($) Deterrence

Proof To prove a negligent case the plaintiff must prove the defendant: Had a duty of care Defendant didn’t take all reasonable steps to prevent injury They caused the damage There were actual damages or injury

Reasonable person See pg. 278

3 types of liability Strict liability – a very high standard of care ex. Caring for explosives occupier’s liability – a high standard of care for property owners ex. Can’t leave loaded firearms on front lawn Vicarious liability – a person or company in authority can be held liable ex. If teacher is sued, so is the school board

Cases Pgs. 278-279