1. Based on the principles of negligence and the evidence presented in the McDonald's hot coffee case, what insights have you gained regarding the responsibility of the consumer and establishments like Tim Hortons.

2. Do you think law makers have a role to play in regulating this industry to protect consumers? For example, lowering the serving temperatures. Why or why not?

In the first question, above, your discussion should speak to the four elements required to establish negligence.

When applying the four elements consider this question: Given what you learned from the McDonald's hot coffee case, what standard of care should we expect from companies like Tim Hortons, who serve hot beverages or other potentially dangerous products? And, in Lisa Marchant's case, is that standard being met?

Note: Standard of care is a legal term. It is not referring to the standard or quality the industry deems fit when serving customers.