strict liability

Frequency: 6.89.2 per million words

legal responsibility for damage or injury, even if not at fault

liabilityADJECTIVE + liability (responsibility)

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strict

Examples (10)

  • The company was found guilty under strict liability laws.
  • Many jurisdictions have adopted strict liability for product defects.
  • Environmental regulations often involve strict liability for polluters.
  • The principle of strict liability simplifies proving negligence in certain cases.
  • Under strict liability, intent to harm is not a factor.
  • Proving strict liability can be less complex than proving fault.
  • Certain dangerous activities are subject to strict liability.
  • The manufacturer faced strict liability claims after the accident.
  • Victims can recover damages without proving fault due to strict liability.
  • The contract included a clause on strict liability for breaches.