What is Consent as a Defense?
Occurs when a plaintiff displays a willingness to participate in the defendant's conduct and therefore it would be unfair to award damages to a willing plaintiff. It can be manifested through words or actions.
Further Reading
For more detailed information, see our related Torts terms:
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