A asks for a lift from a motorist B. A is told by B - "I am not an expert driver. I am without a driving licence too. You may travel at your own risk." A travels with B. Later, the motor vehicle collides with a bus due to defective breaks of B's vehicle. A sues B for injuries suffered by him in the accident. B takes the plea of 'volenti non fit injuria'. Decide, after discussing the whole law relating to the aforesaid maxim.by Mayank Shekhar 10 May 2023 1:58 PM IST
Critically examine the development of the law relating to the Remoteness of Damages. Which test do you prefer for deciding the questions of the remoteness of damages? Give reason for your answer.by Mayank Shekhar 10 May 2023 1:31 PM IST
Define "Tort" giving two illustrations and distinguishing it from breach of contract.by Mayank Shekhar 5 April 2023 3:50 PM IST
Enumerate the rights in the law of Torts, the exercise of which even if they cause damage, are not actionable (damnum sine injuria). Illustrate your answer.by Mayank Shekhar 5 April 2023 1:24 PM IST
The maxim 'res ipsa loquitur' is not a rule of law. It is a rule of evidence benefiting the plaintiff by not requiring him to prove negligence. Prove the above statement by explaining the maxim with reference to judicial decisions.by Mayank Shekhar 4 April 2023 4:38 PM IST
Explain the doctrine of remoteness of damage in the law of torts. In this context discuss the test of reasonable foresight and directness and state as to which principle is more practical and just.by Mayank Shekhar 4 April 2023 4:22 PM IST
"Legal Damage is neither identical with actual damage, nor is it necessarily pecuniary." In light of this statement, discuss the significance of legal damage with a suitable example from case law.by Mayank Shekhar 3 April 2023 11:27 AM IST
"Prima facie everyone has the capacity to sue and be sued in tort, but there are certain persons who have no capacity at all or only a limited capacity." Who are these persons?by Mayank Shekhar 3 April 2023 11:04 AM IST
"No case of actionable negligence will arise unless there is a breach of duty to take care." Discuss this statement with the help of decided cases.by Mayank Shekhar 29 March 2023 3:05 PM IST
Is it necessary that to become a crime, an act must be tort? Discussby Mayank Shekhar 28 March 2023 6:14 PM IST
Though, the concept of Tort is essentially based on the principle of Equity and Justice, but the essence of tortious liability lies in violation of legal right. Discuss.by Mayank Shekhar 28 March 2023 5:10 PM IST
"Intention to defame is an essential ingredient of tort of defamation." Discuss.by Mayank Shekhar 23 March 2023 3:19 PM IST
