implied assumption of the risk

An assumption based on the plaintiff’s conduct that seems to consent to relieve another of liability for negligence.

• For this defense to apply, the plaintiff’s conduct must suggest (1) open consent to the risk, (2) voluntary participation in the activity, and (3) full understanding of the danger. See VOLENTI NON FIT INJURIA.

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双语律师Terence，国际知名法学院法律专业，擅长翻译各类与油气、资源与采矿业相关的法律文件。