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zone of danger rule

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A quick definition of zone of danger rule:

The zone of danger rule is a legal principle that limits the responsibility of people accused of causing emotional distress through negligence. This rule only allows plaintiffs to receive compensation if they were in immediate danger of physical harm and were scared by that danger. Depending on the state, there may be additional requirements that make it even harder to receive compensation.

A more thorough explanation:

The zone of danger rule is a legal principle that limits the liability of people accused of causing emotional distress through negligence. This means that if someone sues for emotional distress, they can only recover damages if they were in immediate danger of physical harm and were frightened by that danger.

For example, if a driver is texting and almost hits a pedestrian, the pedestrian may be able to sue for emotional distress if they were scared by the near-miss. However, if the pedestrian was across the street and only saw the incident happen, they may not be able to sue because they were not in immediate danger.

The zone of danger rule is meant to prevent people from suing for emotional distress when they were not actually in danger. It is important to note that the rule may vary depending on the state and may have additional requirements for recovery.

Other related legal concepts include intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligence, and tort.

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shaquilleoatmeal
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breakup
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shaquilleoatmeal
12:29
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shaquilleoatmeal
12:29
i lived with my ex for 3 months after we broke up and it was brutal. If you can move out quicker rather than later
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shaquilleoatmeal
12:32
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shaquilleoatmeal
12:32
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13:13
I saw that, and I saw you got the Georgetown interview invite yesterday too! Goodluck!
you too haha, i was super surprised to have received one so early not gonna lie
i heard the group interview is really chill and I'm kinda excited to do it
seems cool
13:14
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13:15
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Yeah I've heard the same ab the group interview
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So maybe I'll see you in D.C. a year from now lmao
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