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James Was Taking Prescription Drugs for a Toothache

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James was taking prescription drugs for a toothache. While driving one evening, James became extremely nauseated and then blacked out. James subsequently drove his car into a group of pedestrians, killing three people. What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary intoxication? May James rely on one of these defenses? Why or why not?


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A Major League Baseball team based in Kansas City, Missouri, known for their competitive games and loyal fan base.

Res Ipsa Loquitur

A legal doctrine that allows for the presumption of negligence in a lawsuit, given the type of accident or injury could not have occurred without negligence.

Negligence

Failure to exercise the care that a reasonably prudent person would exercise in similar circumstances, resulting in harm.

Severity

The extent of seriousness or gravity of a situation, condition, or event.

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