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Law Of Torts

Graduate and Post Graduate · Law · question 456

Q456

A took an electric tandoor from B & Co. on rent. In the rent agreement there was a clause to the effect that the Co. shall not be liable for any personal injury to the hirer or to any other person while using it. However, due to defect in tandoor, a cook was injured. The cook brought an action against B & Co.

A.
Cook cannot succeed as he was not a party to contract
B.
Cook cannot succeed as there was an exemption clause in the contract
C.
Cook will succeed
Answer
D.
Cook cannot succeed but A can claim damages

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
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