Assumption of Risk
/ˌæsʌmpʃən əv rɪsk/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal doctrine under which a plaintiff may be barred from recovering damages if they voluntarily and knowingly assumed the inherent risks of an activity.
The court ruled that the defendant's assumption of risk barred recovery for injuries sustained during the hazardous sport.
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- assumption of risk
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Commentary
This doctrine frequently arises in tort law and is often addressed in liability waivers; clear knowledge and voluntary acceptance of risk are essential for its applicability.
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