In the Palsgraf V

question 89

Multiple Choice

In the Palsgraf v. Long Island Railroad Company case in the readings, the case is famous for ________

• A) malpractice by a company to a customer.
• B) addressing the issue of proximate cause in a negligence case.
• C) issuing the standards of care for companies to customers.
• D) assessing damages in a negligence case for customers.
• E) addressing what a breach of duty is by a company for their customers.

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