Breach of Duty
/ˈbriːtʃ əv ˈdjuːti/
Definitions
- (n.) Failure to perform a legal or contractual obligation owed to another party.
The plaintiff sued for damages resulting from the defendant's breach of duty.
- (n.) In tort law, the violation of a standard of care that results in harm to another person.
The doctor's breach of duty led to the patient's injury and subsequent lawsuit.
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- breaches of duty
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Commentary
Breach of duty is a foundational concept in both contract and tort law, often requiring proof of a specific obligation and deviation from it resulting in harm or damages.
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