Legal Cause

/ˈliːɡəl kɔːz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A cause recognized by law as sufficiently related to an injury to impose liability.
    The plaintiff must prove legal cause to establish negligence.
  2. (n.) In criminal law, the proximate cause linking conduct to harm for establishing criminal liability.
    The prosecution showed legal cause for the defendant's actions resulting in harm.

Commentary

Legal cause often requires establishing proximate cause to limit liability to foreseeable consequences.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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