deber de cuidado razonable
Definition
This is the legal obligation to act with the same level of care and caution that a sensible, ordinary person would use in a similar situation. If you own a business, the law expects you to take reasonable steps to prevent harm to your customers, employees, and visitors. Failing to meet this standard means you could be held legally responsible if someone gets hurt as a result of your carelessness.
Example
If you mop your store floor and fail to put out a wet floor sign, and a customer slips and breaks their arm, a court could find that you failed your duty of reasonable care because any sensible business owner would have warned people about the hazard.
Watch Out
The word 'reasonable' sounds vague, but courts take it very seriously, so you should document every safety measure you take in your business because that paper trail can be your best defense if someone ever sues you.
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This definition is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult with a licensed attorney for legal guidance.