The Concept of Foreseeability in Tort Law Is Considered by a Court

Essay

The concept of foreseeability in tort law is considered by a court in determining the existence of a duty of care and as a threshold for the recovery of any damage suffered by an injured plaintiff.Explain the significance of "reasonably foreseeable" as it relates to both duty and damages,as well as the policy reasons why courts sometimes fail to recognize a duty,or fail to recognize that the plaintiff has met the threshold for recovery of damages.