Because this is a clear cut case of negligence, it's likely that the person who caused the fire can be held responsible. (effectivecoverage.com)
A clear cut case where a foreign object is left in someone overnight without causing them any complications would not be worth pursuing if medical experts had to be retained. (cochranfirm.com)
On less clear - cut cases though, there is a lot more discretion given to government officials. (politics.stackexchange.com)