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Use Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory to Discuss Responses to Disasters

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Essay

Use Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory to discuss responses to disasters such as hurricanes in Florida or the tsunami in Southeast Asia.


Definitions:

Quasi-Contract

An obligation imposed by the law to avoid injustice, even though no true contract exists between the parties.

Duty to Mitigate Damages

The legal principle requiring a party suffering loss as a result of a breach of contract to take reasonable action to minimize the financial harm.

Breach of Contract

A violation of any of the agreed-upon terms and conditions of a legal contract.

Punitive Damages

Monetary compensation awarded to an injured party that goes beyond what is necessary to compensate for losses and is intended to punish the wrongdoer.

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