Exacerbation of a Prior Condition

Learn about the definition for this legal term.

What is Exacerbation of a Prior Condition?

A defendant is liable for new injuries proximately caused to a plaintiff and also for exacerbations or worsening of any pre-existing or prior health conditions that the victim was suffering from prior to the accident.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Torts terms:

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