Asked by Kasongo Alain on Jul 06, 2024
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"If an infant can't be sued in contract because of his age, the adult can often sue in tort instead, thus avoiding the protection given to the infant in a contract law." Discuss the accuracy of this statement.
Infant
A very young child or baby, often legally defined as a person under a certain age, varying by jurisdiction.
Sue in Tort
Initiating a civil lawsuit based on tort law, seeking remedy for personal injuries or damages caused by wrongful acts.
- Familiarize oneself with the legal capacity essential for contract formation and the distinctions based on age, mental status, and position.
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Zybrea KnightJul 11, 2024
Final Answer :
Although an infant is responsible for the torts he commits, when an adult cannot sue an infant in contract law, the adult can't get around that protection by suing in tort instead.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the legal capacity essential for contract formation and the distinctions based on age, mental status, and position.