What is the last clear chance doctrine?

What will be an ideal response?


Under this doctrine, if the defendant has an opportunity that is unavailable to the plaintiff to prevent the harm that occurs and does not take advantage of it, the defendant will remain liable despite the plaintiff's contributory negligence. In essence the defendant's failure to take advantage of an opportunity to prevent the harm negates, or wipes out, the plaintiff's contributory negligence.

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What is a civil union?

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Harry and Sally have lived together for years. Neither has been married before. They are both 30 years old, and they have lived together for 10 years. They have referred to themselves as married even though they have never had a wedding ceremony. Which is true?

A) Harry and Sally will have a valid common law marriage if they live in a state that recognizes common law marriage. B) Harry and Sally will have a valid common law marriage even if their state of legal residence does not recognize common law marriage. C) Harry and Sally will not be able to obtain a marriage license. D) Harry and Sally will not be able to acquire separate property.

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?Which of the following is correct?

A. ?If CISG would apply, the parties may not opt-out. B. ?If CISG would apply, the parties may opt-out by stating in their contract "We opt-out of CISG." C. ?If CISG would apply, the parties may opt-out by stating in their contract "The law of Florida applies to any dispute that may arise under this contract." D. ?If CISG would apply, the parties may opt-out by stating in their contract "The law of Florida, excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, applies to any dispute that may arise under this contract."

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Riparian rights is the doctrine which states that all owners of lands must share equally in the use of water for domestic purposes. 

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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