Die Haftung
Example: Die Haftung für den Schaden liegt beim Hersteller.
Definition
"Die Haftung" in legal terms refers to the responsibility or liability for damages or losses, such as when the manufacturer is held accountable for harm caused. It means being legally obliged to compensate or address the consequences of an action or failure.
Etymology
The word "die Haftung" comes from the German verb "haften," meaning to be liable or responsible. It originally stems from Middle High German, related to the idea of holding or being held accountable. Did you know? The concept of "Haftung" has been fundamental in law for centuries, emphasizing the importance of responsibility.
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"Die Haftung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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