Problem:
Delphine is a lawyer; Porpoise is one of her clients. Delphine represents Porpoise in lawsuit in which Porpoise is being sued. Delphine does all of her work competently, employing the skills and methods that any ordinary lawyer would use in the same situation. Nevertheless, Delphine loses the lawsuit, and Porpoise is held liable for $100,000. Has Delphine committed negligence against Porpoise?