When an injury happens, the real issue is often whether it should have happened at all. Habbas & Associates works with Los Angeles clients to examine how negligence applies and what steps can move a situation forward.
How Negligence Is Defined in a Legal Case
Negligence is not about deliberate wrongdoing. It is about a failure to act with reasonable care that leads to injury. To establish negligence, a case must generally show:
- The breach caused the injury
- A duty of care existed
- The injury resulted in damages
- That duty was breached
The California Courts Self-Help Guide explains how these elements work together, requiring a clear and direct link between actions and outcomes.








