Professional negligence refers to negligence claims against professionals such as medical doctors, dentists, accountants, and lawyers.
- What is the concept of deep pockets?
- What is a frolic and detour ?
- What is vicarious liability?
- Are awards in tort cases taxable?
- What is the difference between a lump sum settlement and a structured settlement?
- Can states cap punitive damage awards?
- Are there limits to punitive damage awards?
- What factors does a court consider in determining the amount of punitive damages?
- What is the role of punitive damages in bifurcated tort cases?
- What are some examples of frivolous lawsuits?
- What was the McDonald’s hot coffee case?
- Why are punitive damage awards considered controversial?
- What types of damages are most common in tort cases?
- What is the duty to mitigate damages?
- Which states still do have contributory negligence?
- Why is comparative fault considered fairer than contributory negligence?
- Who determines the percentages of fault of the parties?
- What are the different forms of comparative negligence?
- What happens if both parties (plaintiff and defendant) are negligent?
- If you fall on a slippery floor in a store, can you sue for negligence?


