Injunctions (OCR A-Level Law): Flashcards

Court order preventing or compelling specific actions

Equitable remedy granted at court's discretion

Prevents defendant from committing or continuing a tort

Compels defendant to take positive action to rectify damage

Limits or reduces activities rather than prohibiting entirely

Prohibitory injunction for motor-racing circuit noise nuisance

Mandatory injunction to remove container blocking right of way

Partial injunction limiting water sports competition frequency

Damages in lieu of injunction; public interest in cricket club

Yes, awarded for past harm while injunction prevents future harm