remoteness of consequence

remoteness of consequence. Torts. The lack of proximate causation with respect to an alleged act by a defendant. • Even if the plaintiff proves every other element for tortious liability, the defendant will not be liable if the harm that the plaintiff has suffered is too far removed from the defendant’s conduct. — Also termed remoteness of damage.

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