The brakes on a Central & Coastal Railroad train malfunction and it rolls towards maintenance workers on the tracks.Everyone gets out of the way except Dick,who wants to show off.The train hits Dick,who sues EZ Hydraulics,Inc. ,the brakes' manufacturer.EZ can raise the defense of

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Assumption of risk is a defense that can be used when the injured party knowingly exposed themselves to a dangerous situation. In this case, Dick chose to stay on the tracks to show off, despite the obvious danger, which could be considered an assumption of risk.

The Brakes on a Central & Coastal Railroad Train Malfunction