Question

What does the term "negligence per se" mean literally?

a. Pure negligence
b. Select negligence
c. Negligence in or of itself
d. Absolute wrongdoing
e. Allowable negligence

Answer 1

C is the correct answer.

Per se means by itself or on itself.

Negligence per se refers to a legal doctrine wherein something is considered negligent because it violates an established statute or law.