There is no way that Janet is culpable, because the death of her friend could verily been brought about by an allergic reaction. In that case the jellyfish in question could indeed be harmless to everyone who is not Janet's friend or share a certain aspect of her physiology that makes them toxic to her.
I would look to the source of the article that Janet read. Did they write something dangerous and demonstrably false? Were they aware that people might read and take their words as they stand?
In such a scenario, I am left with more questions for the details.
Regardless, I am sure that Janet will suffer for loss of her friend, likely blaming herself.
Simple answer: No. Complex answer: Still, no, but should culpability need addressing, I'd look to the source of Janet's information.
No, but I am sure she feels bad about it.
There is no way that Janet is culpable, because the death of her friend could verily been brought about by an allergic reaction. In that case the jellyfish in question could indeed be harmless to everyone who is not Janet's friend or share a certain aspect of her physiology that makes them toxic to her.
I would look to the source of the article that Janet read. Did they write something dangerous and demonstrably false? Were they aware that people might read and take their words as they stand?
In such a scenario, I am left with more questions for the details.
Regardless, I am sure that Janet will suffer for loss of her friend, likely blaming herself.
Simple answer: No. Complex answer: Still, no, but should culpability need addressing, I'd look to the source of Janet's information.