Negligence KC Flashcards by Max Eustance Brougham | Brainscape

Q

What are two key negligence cases?

A

Topp vs London country bus

- Rigby vs Northampton police

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What was Topp v London country bus?

A

Bus left overnight unlocked
Thieves stole it
Killed a woman on her bike
Husband brought damages, but third party (thieves) action meant LCB won case

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What was Rigby vs Northampton police?

A

Police chasing suspect
Fired gas canister into building to flush him out
Set building on fire
Ruling: police had duty of care

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