Negligence Duty

Question 1

Definition of Duty

Answer 1

acting reasonably under the circumstances

Question 2

if you choose to act

Answer 2

you must act reasonably under the circumstances or minimize harm to others

Question 3

if you choose not to act

Answer 3

that is usually fine. No duty to act if you are not already acting. The exception is special relationships

Question 4

If you have a special relationship to the victim

Answer 4

you have a duty to act

Question 5

If you have a special relationship to the perpetrator

Answer 5

you must exercise reasonable care against harm to third parties