Comparative negligence and contributory negligence

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1. Why is deterrence needed for intentional torts (where punitive damages are awarded) rather than negligent torts?

2. Name two kinds of intentional torts that could result in damage to a business firm's bottom line.

3. Explain the difference between comparative negligence and contributory negligence.

4 Someone says, "Strict liability means that you're liable for whatever you make, no matter what the consumer does with your product. It's a crazy system." Respond to and refute this statement.

5. A woman fell ill in a store. An employee put the woman in an infirmary but provided no medical care forsix hours, and she died. The woman's family sued the store for wrongful death. What arguments could the store make that it was not liable? What arguments could the family make? Which seem the stronger arguments? Why?

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