Res ipsa loquitur

Phrase

Definitions

1.PhraseThe import of a thing or situation is obvious.

2.PhraseA maxim where the very improbable facts of an accident imply the negligence of the defendant. It effectively shifts the burden of proof to the defendant.

Synonyms

contributory negligence negligence breach of duty in english law comparative negligence assumption of risk transferred intent strict liability attribution duty to warn rebuttable presumption inherent jurisdiction bolton v stone

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