Causation Cause-in-Fact and Proximate - Negligence Lawsuit

What is the primary question asked in 'but for' causation?

• Did the defendant foresee the injury?

• Was the injury a direct result of the defendant's intent?

• Was the injury caused by multiple defendants?

• Would the injury have occurred without the defendant's conduct?

In the context of proximate causation, what is the court trying to determine?

• If the defendant's actions were intentional

• If the harm was a foreseeable result of the conduct

• If the plaintiff was negligent

• If the defendant had a duty of care

Which famous case is used to illustrate proximate causation?

• A case involving a medical malpractice

• A case involving a breach of contract

• A case involving a falling clock after a fireworks explosion

• A case involving a car accident

What must be established about the plaintiff in a negligence case?

• The plaintiff must have been a foreseeable victim

• The plaintiff must have a prior relationship with the defendant

• The plaintiff must have contributed to the harm

• The plaintiff must have been aware of the risk

How do courts assist juries in negligence cases?

• By providing evidence of the defendant's intent

• By instructing them on the foreseeability of the plaintiff

• By determining the amount of compensation

• By deciding the outcome of the case