Emergency Telecommunicator Certification Practice Exam

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Which of the following is not a potential cost associated with being found liable for negligence?

Legal fees
Prison time
Settlements
Loss of reputation

The correct answer is: Prison time

Being found liable for negligence primarily relates to civil law rather than criminal law, so the consequences typically involve financial repercussions rather than imprisonment. Legal fees arise as a direct cost when defending against a negligence claim. Settlements represent the amounts that may be paid to the injured party to resolve the claim outside of court, and loss of reputation can significantly impact an individual or organization's future prospects and credibility in their field. Since negligence cases are civil, prison time does not apply as a punishment for negligence, making it the option that does not fit with the costs related to being found liable.