Assuming res ipsa loquitur is established,what is the effect of that doctrine?
A)The burden of proof shifts to the plaintiff.
B)The burden of proof rises to proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
C)The burden of proof shifts to the defendant.
D)It requires a finding of negligence.
E)It prohibits a finding of negligence.

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A)Once the plaintiff has demonstrated the elements required for a finding of res
ipsa loquitur,the burden of proof shifts to the defendant,who must prove that he was not negligent to avoid liability.
B)Once the plaintiff has demonstrated the elements required for a finding of res ipsa loquitur,the burden of proof shifts to the defendant,who must prove that he was not negligent to avoid liability.
C)Once the plaintiff has demonstrated the elements required for a finding of res ipsa loquitur,the burden of proof shifts to the defendant,who must prove that he was not negligent to avoid liability.
D)Once the plaintiff has demonstrated the elements required for a finding of res ipsa loquitur,the burden of proof shifts to the defendant,who must prove that he was not negligent to avoid liability.
E)Once the plaintiff has demonstrated the elements required for a finding of res ipsa loquitur,the burden of proof shifts to the defendant,who must prove that he was not negligent to avoid liability.

Assuming Res Ipsa Loquitur Is Established,what Is the Effect of That