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Law · Q516

Law Of Torts

Graduate and Post Graduate · Law · question 516

Q516

A and B, unknown to D, sought and got a lift in D's car, but on account of some mechanical defect in the car, of which D was not aware, one of the front wheels of the car got detached and flew away and the car turned turtle. A and B suffered serious injuries and later A, died of his injuries. B and A's next of kin sued D for damages for negligent driving. What defence does D have?

A.
Valenti non fit injuria
B.
Contributory negligence
C.
Inevitable accident
Answer
D.
No responsibility towards A and B, who got a free lift

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
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