assumption of risk in English

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        "An affirmative defense in tort law which bars a plaintiff's right to recovery against a tortfeasor if the defendant can demonstrate that the plaintiff assumed risks inherent to the dangerous activity in which the plaintiff was participating."
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"assumption of risk" meaning in English

Noun