Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 14, ch. 7 – Defenses Generally | Midpage

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Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 14, ch. 7

Defenses Generally

151Partial failure of consideration of note 153Mitigation of damages in action for libel 153-ADefense in action based on misuse of legal identification 155No action on demands discharged by partial payment 156Comparative negligence 158Damages for tortious conduct of charitable organizations 158-AImmunity for charitable directors, officers and volunteers 158-BLimited liability of charitable organizations 158-CLimitation on immunity of charitable organizations 159Social and business invitees, standards of care 159-ALimited liability for recreational or harvesting activities 159-BLimited liability for recycling activities by municipalities and regional associations 159-CLiability related to placement of navigational aids in great ponds 159-DLiability related to a bicyclist using a drive-up window 160Certain cases of negligence 161When lack of privity no defense in action against manufacturer, seller or supplier of goods 162Settlement or release of claims 163Release of joint tortfeasors 164Immunity from civil liability 164-AMaine Assistance Program for Lawyers; immunity 164-BImmunity from civil liability for assistance given to law enforcement dogs, search and rescue dogs and service dogs 165Liability of those who store or distribute natural gas 166Immunity for certain food donations 167Insurance inspections 169Restriction of attorney's representation prohibited 170Consumption of food 171Defense of premises 172Liability related to professional services for natural disaster or catastrophe 173-1Immunity for menstrual product donations