Duty to act refers to the duty to take some action to prevent harm to another, with liability depending on relationships and circumstances. Which term is this definition for?

• A. Escort
• B. Duty to act
• C. Duty life
• D. Diversion

Answer: (B)

The main concept is the obligation to take reasonable steps to prevent harm to another when a relationship or statute creates that duty. This term fits because it explicitly describes having a duty to act, which is the legal requirement that can lead to liability if breached. Liability hinges on whether such a duty exists and was ignored, and it depends on the relationship (like caregiver, employer-employee, or other special relationships) or the specific circumstances. Without a recognized duty to act, simply not intervening usually isn’t enough for liability. The other terms don’t describe this obligation to intervene: they don’t represent a legal duty to prevent harm.