Absolute Liability Definition

Definition of Absolute Liability in Insurance Concepts

Insurance & Business Definitions for "Absolute Liability"

Absolute Liability in Business - Absolute liability (or strict liability) is liability without fault, or liability without regard to fault. It applies usually when the actions of a person or entity are considered to go against public policy even when the action may not have been intentional or negligent.

Absolute Liability in Insurance - Absolute liability (or strict liability) is liability without fault. It often is applied when the actions of a person or entity are considered to go against public policy even when the action may not have been intentional or negligent.

An example of absolute liability would be if a manufacturer were to create a product that proved to be defective even if the manufacturer was not found to be at fault or negligent. Similarly, the owner of an animal may be held liable for injuries or damages caused by the animal even without being found negligent.

Absolute liability is a common concept in law, finance, business, and insurance.

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