Michael Wanted to Try Out His New Hand Gun

question 47

Multiple Choice

Michael wanted to try out his new hand gun.He set up a target in his back yard for firing practice.Stella's house,which is located on the lot directly behind Michael's property,happened to be directly in the line of fire.Michael's first shot missed the target and the bullet crashed through Stella's kitchen window,striking and seriously injuring her.Which of the following legal theories would be best for Stella's attorney to use in a lawsuit against Michael?

• A)doctrine of unintentional tort
• B)doctrine of proximate cause
• C)res ipsa loquitur
• D)gross negligence

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Definitions:

Justices

Judges serving on higher courts such as the Supreme Court, who are responsible for interpreting the law and adjudicating disputes.

Plaintiff

The person who brings a case against another in a court of law.

Defendant

An individual, company, or entity that is being sued or accused in a court of law.

Lawsuit

A legal action brought in court by one party against another seeking a remedy for a wrong or damage.