Contributory Negligence (OCR A-Level Law): Quizzes
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What type of defence is contributory negligence?
What type of defence is contributory negligence?
A partial defence
Which Act governs contributory negligence?
Which Act governs contributory negligence?
Law Reform (CN) Act 1945
Who bears the burden of proof in contributory negligence?
Who bears the burden of proof in contributory negligence?
The defendant
In Revill v Newbery, what proportion was the burglar responsible for his injuries?
In Revill v Newbery, what proportion was the burglar responsible for his injuries?
Two-thirds
How many requirements must be proved for contributory negligence?
How many requirements must be proved for contributory negligence?
Two
What did Gough v Thorns establish about very young children?
What did Gough v Thorns establish about very young children?
Never contributorily negligent
In Froom v Butcher, by how much can failing to wear a seatbelt reduce damages?
In Froom v Butcher, by how much can failing to wear a seatbelt reduce damages?
15-25%
What is the key difference between contributory negligence and volenti?
What is the key difference between contributory negligence and volenti?
Partial vs complete defence
When should defences be considered in tort law?
When should defences be considered in tort law?
After establishing the tort
Must the claimant's failure be the sole cause of damage for contributory negligence?
Must the claimant's failure be the sole cause of damage for contributory negligence?
No, just a contributory cause