Proximate Causation Flashcards

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common foreseeable intervening forces

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intervening forces that are not just a natural response or reaction to the situation created by the ds conduct may be foreseeable if the ds negligence increased the risk of harm form these forces - 1) negligent acts of third persons 2) crimes and intentional torts of third persons and 3) acts of God

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superseding factors - ending proximate cause

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intervening forces that produce unforeseeable results are generally deemed unforeseeable and superseding - relieve the d of liability

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