Question

Principle: A driver is responsible for controlling their vehicle and avoiding harm to pedestrians, unless the pedestrian acted recklessly or unlawfully.
Facts: A driver hits a pedestrian who suddenly runs across the road outside a crosswalk without looking. The driver was obeying all traffic rules.
Which of the following is correct?

• A. The driver is liable for the pedestrian’s injuries
• B. The pedestrian’s reckless action absolves the driver of liability
• C. Both share liability equally
• D. The driver is always liable in pedestrian accidents

Hint:

For principle–fact questions, always check whether the facts fall under exceptions mentioned in the principle.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Apply the principle — the driver is not liable if the pedestrian acts recklessly or unlawfully.
Step 2: Pedestrian crossed unlawfully; driver followed all rules.
Step 3: Driver is absolved of liability.