Bussiness law assignment 2

here's the rule for the next one -  to succeed in a negligence action, the plaintiff must prove each of the following:

Duty. The defendant owed a duty of care to the plaintiff.

Breach. The defendant breached that duty. 

Causation. The defendant’s breach caused the plaintiff’s injury. 

Damages. The plaintiff suffered a legally recognizable injury.

follow the iRac

Issue:What are the key facts and issues?

Rule:What  rule of law applies to the case? 

Application:How does the rule of law apply to the particular facts and circumstances of this case? 

Conclusion:  What conclusion should be drawn?

6–2. Liability to Business Invitees. Kim went to Ling’s Market to pick up a few items for dinner. It was a stormy day, and the wind had blown water through the market’s door each time it opened. As Kim entered through the door, she slipped and fell in the rainwater that had accumulated on the floor. The manager knew of the weather conditions but had not posted any sign to warn customers of the water hazard. Kim injured her back as a result of the fall and sued Ling’s for damages. Can Ling’s be held liable for negligence? Discuss. (See Unintentional Torts—Negligence.)