Attractive Nuisance (BEST)

Under the , a landowner may be responsible for harm if the following conditions are met:

: The owner knows or should know that children are likely to trespass on the property. attractive nuisance

An is a legal concept in tort law where a property owner can be held liable for injuries to trespassing children if their property contains hazardous, man-made features that entice children. Unlike adults, children are legally viewed as unable to fully grasp the potential dangers of certain "attractions," which creates a special duty of care for landowners. The Core Doctrine Under the , a landowner may be responsible

: The feature poses an unreasonable risk of serious injury or death. The Core Doctrine : The feature poses an

: The cost of removing the danger is minor compared to the risk it poses to children.

: Because of their youth, the child does not realize the danger involved.

: The owner failed to take "reasonable care" to eliminate the danger or protect children (e.g., failing to install a fence around a pool). Common Examples