6) Rylands v Fletcher

Question 1

What is drylands v fletcher

Answer 1

Tort alternative to stric liability

Question 2

What elements need to be proved under Rylands v fletcher

Answer 2

1) Accumulation
2) Likely to do damage if escapes
3) Escape
4) non natural use
5) remoteness

Question 3

What defences are available for RvF

Answer 3

Wrongful act of third part
Acts of god
Statutory Authority