There is a wide range of chemicals present in the research laboratory. The safe clean up of a chemical spill requires some knowledge of the properties and hazards posed by the chemical, and any added dangers posed by the location of the spill.
Probably one of the most common types of personal injury lawsuits involves a claim of negligence. Negligence describes a situation in which a person acts in a careless (or negligent) manner, which results in someone else getting hurt or property being damaged.
1. An unintended act or omission that causes an injury or harm to a patient. Negligence may be the result of errors in diagnosis, treatment, aftercare, lack of proper consent or medication errors. It is the predominant theory of liability concerning allegations of medical malpractice making this part of Tort Law.