Recreational-injury liability

Hug v. Hake

The court affirmed summary judgment after a UTV rollover, distinguishing statutory immunity for unsafe premises from the recreational activity doctrine governing participant liability. Recklessness allegations could not overcome premises immunity, and the evidence did not establish recklessness in the owners’ separate conduct or the driver’s operation.

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Criminal Procedure

Miranda v. Arizona

A major constitutional criminal procedure case requiring warnings before custodial interrogation.

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Torts

Palsgraf v. Long Island Railroad Co.

A foundational negligence case about duty, foreseeability, and whether liability extends to an unforeseeable plaintiff.

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Products Liability

MacPherson v. Buick Motor Co.

A landmark case expanding manufacturer liability beyond direct contractual relationships when products are likely to endanger users if negligently made.

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