Nicolas ate a sandwich at a cafe. The sandwich made Nicholas very sick because it was made out of mouldy bread. James owned the cafe and prepared the meal. Nicholas sued James for being negligent. Who carries the burden of proof and to what standard?

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Nicholas has the burden of proof. He must prove his case on the balance of probabilities

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Nicholas has the burden of proof. He must prove his case beyond reasonable doubt

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James has the burden of proof. He must prove his case on the balance of probabilities

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James has the burden of proof. He must prove his case beyond reasonable doubt

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