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Assumption Of Risk: Who Is To Blame For Our Actions

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Assumption of Risk: Who is to Blame For Our Actions

     The doctrine of "assumption of risk" clearly defines the responsibility
of all voluntary actions taken on by individuals, independent of the inherent
risk or danger involved with such actions.  Are we only to assume responsibility
for the positive outcomes of our actions, without also accepting the negative
outcomes as well?  Most individuals only claim responsibility in cases in which
they are fully responsible for their actions.  Living within a country which
houses a large amount of private enterprise, we often find ourselves relying on
outside help.  In many occasions we, the individual seeking assistance, hold the
power to choose which avenue of help will be taken.  In these cases in which we
have the choice, should we not also be held responsible for the outcomes of our
decisions, especially in cases in which we have been pre-warned about any
inherent risks or dangers?  For example, When we take it upon ourselves to drive
on a private road, smoke cigarettes, work for a mining company, or fly on a
discount airline at our own volition, do we tacitly consent to take
responsibility for any outcome these actions may hold?  The "assumption of risk"
doctrine seems to ignore the fundamental obligation of entities to ensure their
natural goals.  The distinguishing factor in deciding responsibility in
faultless cases which call on the "assumption of risk" doctrine is the control
held by individuals after the situation has begun.  In accordance, companies
such as discount airlines and cigarette companies must take on the
responsibility of completing their duties, while individuals who chose to work
in a mine or drive on a private road must accept the responsibility of their
actions to do so.
     All airlines hold the responsibility of transporting their customers
from a point of origin to a previously designated destination.  The person who
agrees to buy a discount airline ticket, which warns...

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