Liability

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Liability refers to the legal responsibility or obligation that an individual or entity has towards another. In the context of law, it often refers to a situation where a person or organization is legally responsible for damages or injuries caused to another party.

Liability can be classified into several types, including strict liability, vicarious liability, product liability, and public liability. Each of these types of liability has its own specific rules and regulations, and they are applied in different situations.

Strict Liability[edit | edit source]

Strict liability is a type of liability where a person or entity is held responsible for damages or injuries, regardless of whether they were at fault or not. This type of liability is often applied in cases involving dangerous activities or defective products.

Vicarious Liability[edit | edit source]

Vicarious liability is a type of liability where a person or entity is held responsible for the actions of another person or entity. This type of liability is often applied in cases involving employers and employees, or parents and children.

Product Liability[edit | edit source]

Product liability is a type of liability where a manufacturer or seller is held responsible for any injuries caused by their product. This type of liability is often applied in cases involving defective or dangerous products.

Public Liability[edit | edit source]

Public liability is a type of liability where a person or entity is held responsible for injuries or damages caused to members of the public. This type of liability is often applied in cases involving accidents in public places.

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