Tort Law

Res Ipsa Loquitur

/ rayz IP-suh LOH-kwih-tur /

Definition

The thing speaks for itself; negligence inferred from circumstances.

Used in Context

“The instrument left inside the patient justified res ipsa loquitur.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: the thing speaks for itself

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