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Law · Q21

Law Of Torts

Graduate and Post Graduate · Law · question 21

Q21

A, though involved in a motor accident, remained physically unhurt but suffered Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, a psychiatric illness with which he had earlier suffered but which was then in remission. He claimed damages from the driver of the motor car. Will he succeed?

A.
No, this illness was not foreseeable in a person of normal health
B.
No, he has not suffered any physical injury
C.
Yes, he has suffered injuries by shock
D.
Yes, though this illness was not foreseeable but some physical harm was foreseeable
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
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