EL: Defences Flashcards
1
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Bowater v Rowley Regis Corporation
A
- Judges sceptical of volenti in context of employment.
2
Q
ICI v Shatwell
A
- Only successfully invoked in extreme circumstances.
- Genuine full agreement, no pressure of any kind to assume risk of loss.
3
Q
Contributory Negligence
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- Governed by Law Reform (Contributory Negligence) Act 1945
- Self-induced intoxication: Barrett v MOD, Bux v Slough - 40% reduction.
- Clifford v Charles - 50% reduction.
- Fraser v Winchester HA - reduced damages (lit candle in tent).
- Sherlock v Chester CC - experienced joiner, sawed off own thumb and finger, reduced damages.
