Learn About Proximate Cause – Cause In Fact and Foreseeability
Personal injury lawsuits are complex legal proceedings, typically with a goal of proving who was responsible for sustained injuries. Proof of responsibility lies in determining and showing negligence, which is often a difficult process. Personal injury attorneys look closely at causation, and whether it was cause in fact and foreseeable. Both of these different elements must be demonstrated, along with duty, breach of duty, and damages causation before negligence can be clearly identified.
What is Cause in Fact?
The term ’cause in fact’ is a statement that refers to one party being injured by the direct actions of another party. […]