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thin-skull rule

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A quick definition of thin-skull rule:

The thin-skull rule, also known as the eggshell-skull rule, is a principle in tort law that states that a defendant is responsible for all the harm caused to a plaintiff, even if the plaintiff's injuries were unforeseeable or uncommon. For example, if someone negligently injures a person who has a pre-existing condition, the defendant is still liable for the full extent of the plaintiff's injuries. This rule is also called the special-sensitivity rule or the old-soldier's rule.

A more thorough explanation:

The thin-skull rule, also known as the eggshell-skull rule, is a principle in tort law that holds a defendant responsible for a plaintiff's unforeseeable and uncommon reactions to the defendant's negligent or intentional act.

For example, if someone negligently bumps into another person who happens to have a rare medical condition, such as hemophilia, and the person with hemophilia suffers severe injuries, the negligent defendant is liable for the full extent of the plaintiff's injuries, even though the harm to another plaintiff would have been minor.

This rule is also known as the eggshell-plaintiff rule, special-sensitivity rule, or old-soldier's rule.

The thin-skull rule is important because it ensures that defendants are held accountable for the harm they cause, even if the harm is greater than what they could have reasonably foreseen. It also protects vulnerable plaintiffs who may be more susceptible to injury due to their unique physical or mental conditions.

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guys. my notre dame address just went long is this good or bad
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Oooooo me too
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omg is this good or bad
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