Asked by Charles Griffey on Jul 18, 2024
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Chris was driving a car with defective brakes very slowly down Fifth Avenue looking for a parking place. Mindy jumped out into the street five feet in front of his car. Chris could not help but hit her. What is Chris's best defense to the charge of negligence?
A) Mindy had a mental deficiency.
B) He was not negligent since he did not have a statutory duty to keep his brakes in top condition.
C) Mindy crossed in the middle of the street, which is against the law.
D) He was lawfully seeking a parking place and did not see her jump out.
Charge Of Negligence
An accusation made against an individual or entity for failing to act with the care that a reasonably prudent person would have in the same circumstances.
Lawfully
In a manner that is in accordance with the law, legally permitted or authorized.
- Comprehend the principles of negligence and the justifications used in its defense.
- Understand the role and analysis of causation within the context of negligence cases.
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Jasleen MahalJul 23, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
C) Mindy crossed in the middle of the street, which is against the law, could serve as a defense by arguing that Mindy contributed to the accident by her own negligence.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the principles of negligence and the justifications used in its defense.
- Understand the role and analysis of causation within the context of negligence cases.