🎙️ New Episode: Breaking Down Negligence in Torts Law!
This week, we delve into the foundational principles of negligence in tort law, focusing on key elements, doctrines, and case law to help you master this critical topic for your exams.
Here’s what we cover:
- Negligence Defined: Learn how negligence differs from intentional torts, focusing on duty, breach, causation, and damages.
- Proving Breach of Duty: Explore the doctrine of Res Ipsa Loquitur ("the thing speaks for itself") and its application in cases like Sullivan v. Crabtree.
- Key Cases:
- Camper v. Minor: Emotional distress claims under general negligence.
- Caldwell v. Ford: Extending the Rescue Doctrine to property.
- McClenhan v. Cooley: Superseding intervening causes and proximate cause.
- Premises Liability: Understand how duties differ for trespassers, licensees, and invitees, with a focus on balancing foreseeability and risk.
- Defenses and Doctrines: Learn about Tennessee's approach to attractive nuisances, open and obvious hazards, and liability for independent contractors.
📚 This episode simplifies complex legal doctrines and highlights pivotal cases to prepare you for tort law success.
🎧 Tune in now for clear, concise explanations to elevate your understanding!
Introductory Music for American Law Cafe. In Jazz Short by moodmode / Vlad Krotov.
🎶 Intro Music: "In Jazz Short" by moodmode / Vlad Krotov
📚 Content Created by Heather Mora
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