FE-1 Law Of Torts Practice Questions - FE-1 Examination - Law Of Torts Exam

Which formulation best states the standard of care applied when assessing breach of duty in Irish negligence law?

The defendant must guarantee the plaintiff's safety against all foreseeable risks The defendant is liable only where the conduct was reckless or intentional The defendant must act as a reasonable and prudent person would in the circumstances, weighing the probability and gravity of harm against the cost of precautions The defendant is judged by their own subjective belief about what was reasonable

Correct Answer:

The defendant must act as a reasonable and prudent person would in the circumstances, weighing the probability and gravity of harm against the cost of precautions

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