If a Plaintiff Has a Pre-Existing Condition That Makes Their

question 38

Multiple Choice

If a plaintiff has a pre-existing condition that makes their injuries worse:

• A)the 'exceptional circumstances' test will apply.
• B)damages will be reduced for contributory negligence.
• C)the defendant is liable for any loss of the same kind that would be reasonably foreseeable.
• D)the defendant is only liable if the particular damage is foreseeable.

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