Law and morality- moral duties when making statements Flashcards
1
Q
Whilst it is impossible to claim for pure economic loss, it is possible to claim for?
A
-Negligent misstatement.
2
Q
Which case allows you to claim for a negligent misstatement?
A
-Hedley Bryne V Heller
3
Q
What does Hedley Byrne V Heller establish?
A
-anybody with a special skill to consider their moral duty when making statements that may adversely affect another.
4
Q
Duty of care principles were extended to…
A
…negligent misstatements.
5
Q
How is a negligent misstatement heavily tied to morality?
A
-makes you consider a moral duty.