RYLANDS V FLETCHER Flashcards
(4 cards)
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What does rylands v fletcher deal with?
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This is a tort which deals with dangerous activities and substances and comes from the case of Rylands v Fletcher.
2
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who is the person bringing the action? (the person suing)
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The person bringing the action is referred to as the claimant and must have proprietary (legal) interest in the land affected (Hunter v Canary Wharf).
3
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who is the defendant?
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The defendant can either be owners or occupiers of the land that the dangerous thing was on.
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