Business Law: Negligence

The video tutorial covers the concept of negligence, a major type of tort in law. It explains negligence as a failure to act as a reasonable person would, leading to harm. The tutorial outlines the four criteria for negligence: duty, breach of duty, actual and proximate cause, and injury. It provides examples to illustrate these elements, such as Arnold's case with his landlady. The video also discusses defenses against negligence, including contributory negligence, comparative fault, and assumption of risk, with examples to clarify each concept.

What are the four criteria that must be met for an action to be considered negligent?

Explain the concept of 'duty' in the context of negligence.

What does 'breach of duty' mean and how can it occur?

Define 'actual and proximate cause' and its importance in a negligence case.

What is the significance of injury in establishing a negligence case?

Describe the difference between contributory negligence and comparative fault.

What does 'assumption of risk' entail in the context of negligence?