Foreseeability
/ˌfɔːrˌsiːəˈbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) The quality or state of being able to anticipate or predict, particularly the likelihood of harm or consequences in legal contexts, influencing liability assessment.
Foreseeability is crucial in determining negligence in tort law.
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Commentary
Foreseeability primarily arises in tort law to evaluate whether a reasonable person could predict potential harm, affecting duty and liability determinations.
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