Statements made spontaneously by anyone at the time of an alleged negligent act are admissible as evidence,and may be damaging to the dentist and dental assistant in a court of law,under the concept of:

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The concept of res gestae allows statements made spontaneously at the time of an alleged negligent act to be admissible as evidence. These statements could be damaging to the dentist and dental assistant in a court of law. Respondeat superior refers to the legal doctrine of holding an employer liable for the acts of their employee. Res ipsa loquitur refers to situations where the negligence is presumed and the burden of proof shifts to the defendant. Direct cause refers to the immediate cause of harm or injury.

Statements Made Spontaneously by Anyone at the Time of an Alleged