While at a bar, Borris, a patron who was intoxicated, became quarrelsome and bothered several other patrons. Later Borris assaulted another patron, causing a broken arm. True or false: The bar may be liable under these circumstances for the broken arm.

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The bar may be liable for the broken arm if it can be proven that they continued to serve Borris alcohol despite his visible intoxication and violent behavior, and that they failed to intervene and prevent the assault from happening. This is known as Dram Shop liability.

While at a Bar, Borris, a Patron Who Was Intoxicated