Discuss How the Doctrine of Strict Liability Differs from the Doctrine

question 48

Essay

Discuss how the doctrine of strict liability differs from the doctrine of negligence.What are some types of conduct for which the doctrine of strict liability has been applied? Is it fair that defendants may be found liable without evidence of wrongful conduct?

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Definitions:

Physical Illness

A condition affecting the body, as opposed to the mind, often with identifiable symptoms and potentially medical treatment.

Enuresis

A medical condition characterized by the involuntary discharge of urine, often by children at night; bedwetting.

Diagnosis

The process of identifying a disease or condition from its signs and symptoms.

Age of Five

A developmental milestone age for children, marking significant growth in areas of physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development.