res ipsa loquitur

Meaning

Phrase

The import of a thing or situation is obvious.
A maxim where the very improbable facts of an accident imply the negligence of the defendant. It effectively shifts the burden of proof to the defendant.

Related

Similar words

clear cut, cut and dried, open and shut, open and shut case

Origin

From the Latin phrase rēs ipsa loquitur.

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