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Law · Q408

Law Of Torts

Graduate and Post Graduate · Law · question 408

Q408

What was the rule laid down by the Privy Council in "Wagon Mound" case?

A.
The defendant is liable only for that injury which could be reasonably foreseen as occurring due to defendant's fault
Answer
B.
The defendant is liable for all the injuries which occur as a direct consequence of defendant fault
C.
The defendant is not liable, unless the plaintiff proves that he suffered injuries due to defendant's negligence
D.
The defendant is not liable if he proves that the plaintiff suffered injury owing to his contributory negligence

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
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