TORTS/CRIMES 1
What is malfeasance
Intentional harmful or offensive contact with another that was unconsented
What is battery
Competency and capacity, consideration, offer and acceptance and legal subject matter are all required elements of what type of contract?
What is legally binding contract
Improper performance of a lawful act that causes damage or injury
What is misfeasance
Disclosing private facts without the consent of the individual, or intrusion into a persons personal life
What is invasion of privacy
What type of minor can enter into a contract
What is an emancipated minor
Type of alternative dispute resolution where the final decision is legally binding
What is arbitration
These are the 4 Ds of negligence
To help prevent malpractice a healthcare provider should
What is work within their scope of practice
This is considered a minor crime
What is a misdemeanor
Latin term meaning "the thing speaks for itself"
What is Res ipsa loquitur
Negligence must be what
What is proven
Intentional threat to do harm or acting in a manner that causes another to fear bodily harm
What is assault
Latin Term for "let the master answer"
What is respondeat superior
An action or omission that constitutes an offense that may be prosecuted by the state and is punishable by law.
What is a crime