To calculate resultant forces add upward and downward forces…

To calculate resultant forces add upward and downward forces. Upward forces are positive and downward forces are negative. An elevator weighs 745 pounds and the steel cable connected to the top adds another 300 pounds. Three people enter the elevator. One person weighs pounds, the second weighs pounds, and the third pounds. The motor exerts an upward force of 1800 pounds. What is the resultant force in pounds?

Henry is undergoing a surgery at Sacred Heart Hospital to in…

Henry is undergoing a surgery at Sacred Heart Hospital to insert an artificial pacemaker that will keep his heartbeat regular. The pacemaker is manufactured by Benford Inc. In this case, Dr. DeBenedetto, the surgeon, is considered as the dominant element. If the pacemaker fails to function as expected after the surgery, who would be strictly liable for its failure?

Bill buys a truck and replaces the regular tires with large…

Bill buys a truck and replaces the regular tires with large tires to turn the vehicle into a monster truck. When he tries to drive the truck, the oversized tires cause the truck to roll over and crash. Bill then files a strict liability lawsuit against the truck manufacturer to recover for his injuries. Which of the following is the best defense for truck manufacturer in this lawsuit?

Tim Talon has been found by a court of law to be guilty of r…

Tim Talon has been found by a court of law to be guilty of reckless driving and killing a pedestrian as a consequence. His defense was that he was driving under the influence of alcohol and lost control of his automobile. He was subsequently punished for his crime. How would the court classify Tim Talon’s case for intent?