Marsha was permanently disabled by a drunk driver in an automobile accident.Her lawyer missed the limitation date for filing her claim,causing further economic and psychological suffering to Marsha.In these circumstances,what is the role of the thin skull rule?

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The thin skull rule is a legal principle that states that a defendant must take their victim as they find them. In other words, a defendant cannot argue that they should not be liable for the full extent of damages because the victim had a pre-existing condition or vulnerability. Therefore, in Marsha's case, the drunk driver would not be able to argue that her pre-existing disability somehow lessened their responsibility for her economic and psychological suffering. The thin skull rule would apply, and damages cannot be reduced for pre-existing vulnerability.

Marsha Was Permanently Disabled by a Drunk Driver in an Automobile