Duty of Care

Whether there is a duty of care is a question of law. Absent a duty, there is no breach and, without breach, there is no liability for negligence. Courts have imposed a duty of care where there are special circumstances in which there is sufficient authority and ability to control the conduct of third-persons. However, a parent is not liable for the tortious or intentional conduct of an emancipated child. Ballan v. Greenberg, NY Slip Op 04860 (2d Dep't September 10, 2025)