Flash Cards UK Tort Pure Economic Loss

Question 1

Case: Spartan Steel & Alloys Ltd v Martin & Co Ltd (1973) - Topic

Answer 1

Pure Economic Loss

Question 2

Case: Spartan Steel & Alloys Ltd v Martin & Co Ltd (1973) - Principle

Answer 2

Economic loss due to negligence can be recoverable if caused by a physical event.

Question 3

Case: Spartan Steel & Alloys Ltd v Martin & Co Ltd (1973) - Summary

Answer 3

Losses due to power cuts caused by the defendant’s negligence.

Question 4

Case: Spartan Steel & Alloys Ltd v Martin & Co Ltd (1973) - Outcome

Answer 4

The court allowed a claim for economic loss caused by physical damage.

Question 5

Case: Murphy v Brentwood District Council (1991) - Topic

Answer 5

Pure Economic Loss

Question 6

Case: Murphy v Brentwood District Council (1991) - Principle

Answer 6

No claim for pure economic loss unless there is physical damage.

Question 7

Case: Murphy v Brentwood District Council (1991) - Summary

Answer 7

Plaintiff sued for economic loss caused by defective construction.

Question 8

Case: Murphy v Brentwood District Council (1991) - Outcome

Answer 8

The claim was dismissed as it did not involve physical damage.

Question 9

Case: Hedley Byrne & Co Ltd v Heller & Partners Ltd (1964) - Topic

Answer 9

Pure Economic Loss

Question 10

Case: Hedley Byrne & Co Ltd v Heller & Partners Ltd (1964) - Principle

Answer 10

Liability for negligent misstatements can lead to economic loss.

Question 11

Case: Hedley Byrne & Co Ltd v Heller & Partners Ltd (1964) - Summary

Answer 11

Plaintiff relied on a negligent financial statement.

Question 12

Case: Hedley Byrne & Co Ltd v Heller & Partners Ltd (1964) - Outcome

Answer 12

The defendant was held liable for the economic loss caused by their negligent advice.

Question 13

Case: Esso Petroleum Co Ltd v Mardon (1976) - Topic

Answer 13

Economic Loss Due to Misrepresentation

Question 14

Case: Esso Petroleum Co Ltd v Mardon (1976) - Principle

Answer 14

Claims for economic loss due to misrepresentation are actionable.

Question 15

Case: Esso Petroleum Co Ltd v Mardon (1976) - Summary

Answer 15

Plaintiff sued for economic loss caused by misrepresentation about business prospects.

Question 16

Case: Esso Petroleum Co Ltd v Mardon (1976) - Outcome

Answer 16

The court found Esso liable for misrepresentation and economic loss.

Question 17

Case: The Aliakmon (1986) - Topic

Answer 17

Pure Economic Loss

Question 18

Case: The Aliakmon (1986) - Principle

Answer 18

No claim for pure economic loss arising from a negligent act unless there is physical damage.

Question 19

Case: The Aliakmon (1986) - Summary

Answer 19

Damage caused by negligence led to economic loss.

Question 20

Case: The Aliakmon (1986) - Outcome

Answer 20

No recovery for pure economic loss without physical damage.

Question 21

Case: Hedley Byrne & Co Ltd v Heller & Partners Ltd (1964) - Principle

Answer 21

Economic loss due to negligent misstatement can be recovered if the defendant owed a duty of care.

Question 22

Case: Hedley Byrne & Co Ltd v Heller & Partners Ltd (1964) - Summary

Answer 22

Plaintiff suffered economic loss after relying on a negligent reference given by the defendant.

Question 23

Case: Hedley Byrne & Co Ltd v Heller & Partners Ltd (1964) - Outcome

Answer 23

The court held that a duty of care existed and allowed the claim for economic loss due to negligent misstatements.

Question 24

Case: Spartan Steel & Alloys Ltd v Martin & Co Ltd (1973) - Principle

Answer 24

Economic loss due to negligence is recoverable only if it is connected to physical damage or property damage.

Question 25

Case: Spartan Steel & Alloys Ltd v Martin & Co Ltd (1973) - Summary

Answer 25

Plaintiff's factory suffered a loss of production due to power supply interruption.

Question 26

Case: Spartan Steel & Alloys Ltd v Martin & Co Ltd (1973) - Outcome

Answer 26

The court allowed the claim for economic loss linked to physical damage but not for the loss of profit.

Question 27

Case: Murphy v Brentwood District Council (1991) - Principle

Answer 27

Economic loss due to defective building work is not recoverable in the absence of physical damage.

Question 28

Case: Murphy v Brentwood District Council (1991) - Summary

Answer 28

The plaintiff sued the council for economic loss resulting from defective building foundations.

Question 29

Case: Murphy v Brentwood District Council (1991) - Outcome

Answer 29

The House of Lords ruled that the council was not liable for pure economic loss in this case.

Question 30

Case: White v Jones (1995) - Topic

Answer 30

Economic Loss Due to Negligent Advice

Question 31

Case: White v Jones (1995) - Principle

Answer 31

A negligent act causing economic loss can give rise to liability.

Question 32

Case: White v Jones (1995) - Summary

Answer 32

The plaintiff’s father’s solicitor failed to execute a will as instructed, resulting in loss.

Question 33

Case: White v Jones (1995) - Outcome

Answer 33

The court found that a duty of care existed between the solicitor and the intended beneficiary.

Question 34

Case: Esso Petroleum Co Ltd v Mardon (1976) - Principle

Answer 34

Claims for economic loss due to negligent misrepresentation are actionable.

Question 35

Case: Esso Petroleum Co Ltd v Mardon (1976) - Summary

Answer 35

The plaintiff relied on a misrepresentation made by Esso about the potential success of a petrol station.

Question 36

Case: Esso Petroleum Co Ltd v Mardon (1976) - Outcome

Answer 36

The court found Esso liable for the economic loss caused by its negligent misrepresentation.