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Carlos Carelessly Ran a Red Light, and Struck Cantwell, a Pedestrian

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Carlos carelessly ran a red light, and struck Cantwell, a pedestrian, all in full view of several bystanders. When Cantwell sued Carlos for damages, all the witnesses testified that Carlos did indeed run the light. Nevertheless, the jury found Carlos had met his duty of care and therefore was not liable for the injuries. The judge, however, responding to a motion from Cantwell's attorney, found Carlos negligent and liable on the basis of the overwhelming evidence presented at trial. Which of the following statements best describes the judge's action?


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Scope and Scale

Terms referring to the extent and ambit of a project or scene in film, often related to its visual grandeur, epic themes, or the depth of its storytelling.

Mary Pickford

A Canadian-American film actress and producer, known as "America's Sweetheart" and a pioneering figure in early Hollywood, who co-founded the film studio United Artists and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Distribution Company

A company that is responsible for managing the distribution of films to various outlets, including theaters, streaming platforms, and home video.

United Artists

A film and television production company founded by several leading Hollywood actors and filmmakers in 1919 to control their own interests.

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