Asked by Jessie Schneider on Jul 21, 2024

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Which of the following is true regarding the law of negligence in Germany?

A) It is the same as the law of negligence in the United States.
B) It focuses only on conscious negligence.
C) It focuses only on unconscious negligence.
D) Courts distinguish between conscious and unconscious negligence,with defendants who have engaged in only conscious negligence being found not liable.
E) Courts distinguish between conscious and unconscious negligence,with defendants who have engaged in only unconscious negligence being found not liable.

Conscious Negligence

A situation where an individual is aware of the potential harm their lack of care or failure to act might cause, but disregards the risks.

German Law

A legal system established in Germany, characterized by its codified laws, which include civil, criminal, and public law.

  • Learn about the theory of negligence and its effects in jurisprudence.
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naman ahujaJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
In Germany,a defendant may be found not liable by reason of unconscious negligence.Unconscious negligence occurs when the defendant is either unaware that the act constitutes an offense or unaware that the act is occurring at all.