AO2 Flashcards
Deliue v White also…
… Added the element of foreseeability of a real and immediate fear of familiar or personal danger - this extent the tort further and widens the parameters for PVs making it easier to claim
Vernon v Bosely also shows a
Development in the law, which broadens the spectrum for claims and therefore makes it easier to claim. This is also the opposite of floodgates.
Chadwick (non professional rescuers)
Will win because of policy reasons. Encouragement towards the general public to help in disasters.
White v Cc of South Yorkshire and Greatorex (professional rescuers)
Failed because they have precautions in place to protect them already.
Furthermore, Greatorex it was considered unfair for a father to sue his son.