Benjamin's negligent act injures Judith. Naomi, Judith's friend, breaks her arm while attempting to come to Judith's aid. Benjamin is most likely to be liable for harm to _____.
A) only Judith
B) only Naomi
C) both Judith and Naomi
D) neither Judith nor Naomi

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Benjamin is most likely to be liable for harm to both Judith and Naomi. Negligent persons are also generally liable for injuries sustained by those who are injured while making reasonable attempts to avoid being injured by the negligent person's acts. It is also commonly said that "negligence invites rescue," and that negligent persons should be liable to those who are injured while making a reasonable attempt to rescue someone endangered by the negligent person's act.

Benjamin's Negligent Act Injures Judith