Immediate Cause
/ɪˈmiːdiət kɔːz/
Definitions
- (n.) The direct, proximate reason that immediately produces a legal consequence, particularly in tort or insurance claims.
The immediate cause of the accident was the driver's reckless speeding.
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Commentary
Distinguish immediate cause from proximate cause—immediate cause is the direct trigger, while proximate cause involves foreseeability and legal responsibility.
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