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Understanding Tort Negligence Irac
Summary
The IRAC format is a structured approach to analyzing legal issues, particularly in tort negligence. It involves identifying the issue, stating the relevant legal rules, applying these rules to the facts, and concluding. Key elements in tort negligence include duty of care, breach, causation, and damages. The burden of proof typically lies with the claimant, who must demonstrate the defendants negligence on the balance of probabilities. In cases like McWilliams v Sir William Arrol & Co, causation is crucial; if harm would have occurred regardless of the breach, liability may not be established. Subsequent actions, such as medical treatment, can affect liability, as seen in Webb v Barclays Bank, where the original tortfeasor remained liable unless the treatment was grossly negligent.Full Conversation
how do i structure this regarding tort negligence
To structure your answer using the IRAC format on tort negligence, follow these steps:
- Issue: Identify whether there was a duty of care, breach of that duty, causation, and damages.
- Rule: Refer to relevant laws like the Duty of Care principle (Donoghue v Stevenson).
- Application: Apply these laws to the specifics of your case.
- Conclusion: Summarize whether negligence occurred based on your analysis.
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- Issue: Identify whether there was a duty of care, breach of that duty, causation, and damages.
- Rule: Refer to relevant laws like the Duty of Care principle (Donoghue v Stevenson).
- Application: Apply these laws to the specifics of your case.
- Conclusion: Summarize whether negligence occurred based on your analysis.
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what elements are there for identifying if a breach was made
To identify if a breach was made in a tort negligence case, consider the following elements:
- Duty of Care: Was there a duty owed by the defendant to the claimant?
- Breach of Duty: Did the defendant fail to meet the standard of care?
- Causation: Did the breach cause the harm or loss?
- Damages: Was there actual harm or loss suffered by the claimant?
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- Duty of Care: Was there a duty owed by the defendant to the claimant?
- Breach of Duty: Did the defendant fail to meet the standard of care?
- Causation: Did the breach cause the harm or loss?
- Damages: Was there actual harm or loss suffered by the claimant?
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do you talk about the claimant's duty during breach or causation
In tort negligence, the focus is primarily on the defendant's duty and breach, not the claimant's duty. The claimant does not typically have a duty to the defendant. Instead, you should:
- Discuss the Defendant's Duty of Care
- Analyze if there was a Breach of that Duty
- Examine Causation (linking breach to the harm)
- Evaluate the Damages suffered
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- Discuss the Defendant's Duty of Care
- Analyze if there was a Breach of that Duty
- Examine Causation (linking breach to the harm)
- Evaluate the Damages suffered
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what is the ratio in - McWilliams v Sir William Arrol & Co [*] * All ER * HL
In McWilliams v Sir William Arrol & Co [*] * All ER * HL, the ratio decidendi is:
- The House of Lords held that if the claimant would have still suffered the injury even if the defendant had not breached their duty of care, then the breach was not the cause of the harm, and the defendant is not liable.
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- The House of Lords held that if the claimant would have still suffered the injury even if the defendant had not breached their duty of care, then the breach was not the cause of the harm, and the defendant is not liable.
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how would you word your explanation for the burden of proof using the probability rule
To explain the burden of proof using the probability rule in tort negligence:
- The burden of proof lies with the claimant, who must prove the defendant's negligence on the balance of probabilities.
- This means showing that it's more likely than not (over *% probability) that the defendant's breach of duty caused the harm.
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- The burden of proof lies with the claimant, who must prove the defendant's negligence on the balance of probabilities.
- This means showing that it's more likely than not (over *% probability) that the defendant's breach of duty caused the harm.
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is the burden of proof placed more on a driver who hit a child who ran into the street or was it caused by teh child
The burden of proof in negligence cases typically lies with the claimant (the child or their guardians in this case). They must prove, on the balance of probabilities, that the driver breached their duty of care and that this breach caused the harm. However, the circumstances of the case, such as the child's actions, will also be considered.
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who is more likely at cause for the child's harm, the driver who was driving in poor conditions or the child who ran out into the road?
In determining who is more likely at cause for the child's harm, consider the following:
- Duty of Care: Both the driver and the child owe a duty of care to each other.
- Breach of Duty: The driver must drive safely considering the road conditions. The child must exercise reasonable care for their own safety.
- Causation: Assess if the poor driving conditions or the child's action was the primary cause.
- Contributory Negligence: The child's actions may reduce the driver's liability.
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- Duty of Care: Both the driver and the child owe a duty of care to each other.
- Breach of Duty: The driver must drive safely considering the road conditions. The child must exercise reasonable care for their own safety.
- Causation: Assess if the poor driving conditions or the child's action was the primary cause.
- Contributory Negligence: The child's actions may reduce the driver's liability.
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if a child ran into oncoming traffic, was the severity of harm caused foreseeable
The severity of harm caused by a child running into oncoming traffic could be considered foreseeable. Important points include:
- Duty of Care: Drivers owe a duty to anticipate and react to unexpected hazards, including children.
- Foreseeability: The risk of serious injury or death from a child running into traffic is typically foreseeable.
- Breach of Duty: If the driver failed to exercise reasonable care given the circumstances, they may be liable.
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- Duty of Care: Drivers owe a duty to anticipate and react to unexpected hazards, including children.
- Foreseeability: The risk of serious injury or death from a child running into traffic is typically foreseeable.
- Breach of Duty: If the driver failed to exercise reasonable care given the circumstances, they may be liable.
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what is the ratio in - McWilliams v Sir William Arrol & Co [*] * All ER * HL
In McWilliams v Sir William Arrol & Co [*] * All ER * HL, the ratio decidendi is:
- If the claimant would have still suffered the injury even if the defendant had not breached their duty of care, the breach was not the cause of the harm, and the defendant is not liable.
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- If the claimant would have still suffered the injury even if the defendant had not breached their duty of care, the breach was not the cause of the harm, and the defendant is not liable.
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if a pedestrian is hit but it is their fault, then is the burden of proof on the driver or the pedestrian?
The burden of proof generally lies with the pedestrian (claimant) to prove that the driver was negligent. However, if it's established that the pedestrian was at fault, contributory negligence may apply, reducing or eliminating the driver's liability.
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what does epidemiological mean
"Epidemiological" refers to the branch of medicine that deals with the incidence, distribution, and control of diseases and other factors relating to health. It involves studying patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions in defined populations.
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what is the ratio in • Barnett v Chelsea & Kensington Hospital Committee [*] * WLR
In Barnett v Chelsea & Kensington Hospital Committee [*] * WLR, the ratio decidendi is:
- Even if the hospital owed a duty of care and breached it, the breach was not the cause of death because Mr. Barnett would have died regardless of the hospital's actions.
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- Even if the hospital owed a duty of care and breached it, the breach was not the cause of death because Mr. Barnett would have died regardless of the hospital's actions.
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what is the ratio in• McWilliams v Sir William Arrol & Co [*] * All ER * HL
In McWilliams v Sir William Arrol & Co [*] * All ER * HL, the ratio decidendi is:
- If the claimant would have still suffered the injury even if the defendant had not breached their duty of care, then the breach was not the cause of the harm, and the defendant is not liable.
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- If the claimant would have still suffered the injury even if the defendant had not breached their duty of care, then the breach was not the cause of the harm, and the defendant is not liable.
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what is the ratio in• Hotson v East Berkshire AHA [*]
In Hotson v East Berkshire AHA [*], the ratio decidendi is:
- If a claimant cannot prove on the balance of probabilities that the defendant's breach of duty caused the harm, the claim fails. In this case, it was not clear whether the hospital's delay caused or merely contributed to the injury.
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- If a claimant cannot prove on the balance of probabilities that the defendant's breach of duty caused the harm, the claim fails. In this case, it was not clear whether the hospital's delay caused or merely contributed to the injury.
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what is the ratio in • Performance Cars v Abraham [*]
In Performance Cars v Abraham [*], the ratio decidendi is:
- If a vehicle already requires repair due to a previous incident, a subsequent tortfeasor is not liable for the cost of those repairs. In this case, the second collision did not add further damage requiring extra repair costs.
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- If a vehicle already requires repair due to a previous incident, a subsequent tortfeasor is not liable for the cost of those repairs. In this case, the second collision did not add further damage requiring extra repair costs.
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what is the ratio in - Co v Royal Norwegian Government [*] AC 292Carslogie Steamship
In Co v Royal Norwegian Government [*] AC * (Carslogie Steamship), the ratio decidendi is:
- When damage caused by a tortious act is followed by further damage due to natural causes, the tortfeasor is only liable for the initial damage. In this case, the initial collision damage was separate from the subsequent storm damage, meaning liability was limited to the initial collision.
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- When damage caused by a tortious act is followed by further damage due to natural causes, the tortfeasor is only liable for the initial damage. In this case, the initial collision damage was separate from the subsequent storm damage, meaning liability was limited to the initial collision.
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what was the case involving
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- Co v Royal Norwegian Government [*] AC 292Carslogie Steamship
The case involved a collision between the Carslogie Steamship, owned by the Royal Norwegian Government, and another vessel. The initial collision caused damage, but the ship later encountered a storm that inflicted further damage. The court ruled that the Royal Norwegian Government was only liable for the damage directly caused by the collision, not the subsequent storm damage.
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what did the case - McKew v Holland & Hannen & Cubitts [*] * All ER * involve
The case McKew v Holland & Hannen & Cubitts [*] * All ER * involved a claimant who, after suffering an injury at work, descended a steep staircase without a handrail and jumped to avoid a fall, worsening his injuries. The court ruled that the claimant's actions were unreasonable, breaking the chain of causation, so the defendants were not liable for the subsequent injuries.
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Is a child held to these standards?
In negligence cases, the standard of care expected from children is lower than that for adults. Courts consider the child's age, intelligence, and experience. They compare the child's actions to what a reasonable child of similar age and circumstances would have done.
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what is the ratio in- Wright v Cambridge Medical Group [*] EWCA Civ *, [*] QB *
In Wright v Cambridge Medical Group [*] EWCA Civ *, [*] QB *, the ratio decidendi is:
- A general practitioner (GP) who fails to refer a patient to a specialist within a reasonable time can be liable for the patient's subsequent harm, even if the harm is primarily caused by the specialist's delay in treatment.
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- A general practitioner (GP) who fails to refer a patient to a specialist within a reasonable time can be liable for the patient's subsequent harm, even if the harm is primarily caused by the specialist's delay in treatment.
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what is the ratio in- Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR *
In Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR *, the ratio decidendi is:
- A subsequent negligent act (by a third party) that breaks the chain of causation can absolve the original wrongdoer of liability. In this case, the police officer's negligent instructions led to the claimant's injury, breaking the chain from the original accident caused by the defendant.
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- A subsequent negligent act (by a third party) that breaks the chain of causation can absolve the original wrongdoer of liability. In this case, the police officer's negligent instructions led to the claimant's injury, breaking the chain from the original accident caused by the defendant.
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what is teh above case about
The case above appears to involve multiple questions about using the IRAC format to analyze tort negligence scenarios. It includes inquiries about legal principles such as duty of care, breach, causation, and damages, as well as specific case law ratios to understand how to apply these principles.
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what is the case - Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR * about
The case of Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR * is about:
- A traffic accident caused by Mr. Johns' negligent driving.
- A police officer's subsequent negligent instructions to another officer, Mr. Knightley, who was injured following these instructions.
- The court held that the police officer’s actions broke the chain of causation, making Mr. Johns not liable for Mr. Knightley's injuries.
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- A traffic accident caused by Mr. Johns' negligent driving.
- A police officer's subsequent negligent instructions to another officer, Mr. Knightley, who was injured following these instructions.
- The court held that the police officer’s actions broke the chain of causation, making Mr. Johns not liable for Mr. Knightley's injuries.
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does this apply to the case above regarding Denis' liability?
To assess Denis' liability using the principles from Knightley v Johns, consider:
- Duty of Care: Denis owes a duty of care to act reasonably and avoid causing harm.
- Breach of Duty: Determine if Denis' actions were negligent and breached this duty.
- Causation: Evaluate if any subsequent actions broke the chain of causation.
- Damages: Assess the extent of harm caused by Denis' actions.
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- Duty of Care: Denis owes a duty of care to act reasonably and avoid causing harm.
- Breach of Duty: Determine if Denis' actions were negligent and breached this duty.
- Causation: Evaluate if any subsequent actions broke the chain of causation.
- Damages: Assess the extent of harm caused by Denis' actions.
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Did the teachers and ambulance crews actions break the causation for Denis
To determine if the teachers' and ambulance crews' actions broke the chain of causation for Denis, consider:
- Foreseeability: Were the subsequent actions foreseeable by Denis?
- Intervening Acts: Were the teachers' and ambulance crews' actions a new, independent cause of harm?
- Proximity: How closely are the actions of the teachers and ambulance crews related to the initial incident?
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- Foreseeability: Were the subsequent actions foreseeable by Denis?
- Intervening Acts: Were the teachers' and ambulance crews' actions a new, independent cause of harm?
- Proximity: How closely are the actions of the teachers and ambulance crews related to the initial incident?
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using the ratio in - Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR *, if someone's injuries are worsened by others attempts to help, does this break the chain of causation
- In Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR *:
- A subsequent negligent act that is a new and independent cause can break the chain of causation.
If the actions of those attempting to help were negligent and unforeseeable, it may break the chain of causation.
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- A subsequent negligent act that is a new and independent cause can break the chain of causation.
If the actions of those attempting to help were negligent and unforeseeable, it may break the chain of causation.
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- Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ *
In Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ *, the ratio decidendi is:
- The court held that the original tortfeasor (Barclays Bank) remains liable for the claimant's injury, even if subsequent medical treatment contributed to the severity of the injury, provided that the initial injury was significant and the subsequent treatment was not grossly negligent.
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- The court held that the original tortfeasor (Barclays Bank) remains liable for the claimant's injury, even if subsequent medical treatment contributed to the severity of the injury, provided that the initial injury was significant and the subsequent treatment was not grossly negligent.
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what was the case about
The case of Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ * involved a claimant who was injured due to negligence by Barclays Bank. The claimant's injury was worsened by subsequent medical treatment. The court ruled that Barclays Bank remained liable for the initial injury, as the subsequent medical treatment was not grossly negligent.
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how was his injuries worsened by medical treatment
In cases where injuries are worsened by medical treatment, it is essential to consider the following:
- Initial Injury: Determine the extent of the injury caused by the defendant's negligence.
- Medical Treatment: Assess whether the medical treatment was appropriate and if any part of it was negligently performed.
- Causation: Determine if the worsening of injuries was directly caused by the medical treatment and if it was foreseeable.
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- Initial Injury: Determine the extent of the injury caused by the defendant's negligence.
- Medical Treatment: Assess whether the medical treatment was appropriate and if any part of it was negligently performed.
- Causation: Determine if the worsening of injuries was directly caused by the medical treatment and if it was foreseeable.
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how was the claimaint's injuries worsened by medicla treatment in - Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ *
In *Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ **, the claimant's injuries were worsened by medical treatment in the following way:
- The claimant's initial injury was to her knee, caused by an accident at work.
- During surgery to treat this injury, the medical team negligently performed the procedure, leading to a severe worsening of her condition.
- This resulted in the claimant requiring an above-knee amputation.
This case established that the defendant remains liable for the initial injury and its foreseeable consequences, including the medical treatment unless the treatment was grossly negligent.
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- The claimant's initial injury was to her knee, caused by an accident at work.
- During surgery to treat this injury, the medical team negligently performed the procedure, leading to a severe worsening of her condition.
- This resulted in the claimant requiring an above-knee amputation.
This case established that the defendant remains liable for the initial injury and its foreseeable consequences, including the medical treatment unless the treatment was grossly negligent.
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what is gross negligence
Gross negligence refers to a severe degree of carelessness that demonstrates a reckless disregard for the safety or lives of others. It goes beyond ordinary negligence and involves a significant departure from the standard of care expected. In legal terms, it can be summarized as:
- Reckless Disregard: A blatant lack of concern for the consequences of one's actions.
- Severe Carelessness: Actions or omissions that fall significantly short of what a reasonable person would do under similar circumstances.
- Potential Harm: The actions must pose a high risk of causing substantial harm or damage.
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- Reckless Disregard: A blatant lack of concern for the consequences of one's actions.
- Severe Carelessness: Actions or omissions that fall significantly short of what a reasonable person would do under similar circumstances.
- Potential Harm: The actions must pose a high risk of causing substantial harm or damage.
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give an example of gross negligence
An example of gross negligence can be seen in the following scenario:
- A surgeon operates while under the influence of alcohol, resulting in severe harm to the patient.
- This demonstrates reckless disregard for the patient's safety and a significant departure from the standard of care.
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- A surgeon operates while under the influence of alcohol, resulting in severe harm to the patient.
- This demonstrates reckless disregard for the patient's safety and a significant departure from the standard of care.
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can the medical treatment be performed by anyone or does it have to be a medical professional
Medical treatment, especially invasive procedures, must be performed by qualified medical professionals. Performing medical procedures without proper qualifications can lead to serious legal consequences, including charges of negligence or even criminal liability.
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in the case of - Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ * does the medical treatment have to be performed by a professional
In *Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ **, the medical treatment that worsened the claimant's injuries was performed by a medical professional. The case involved a surgical procedure, which must be carried out by a qualified medical professional to ensure the standard of care.
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what was teh case - Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR * about
The case of *Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR ** involved:
- Mr. Johns causing a traffic accident through negligent driving.
- A police officer's subsequent negligent instructions to Mr. Knightley, another officer, who was then injured while following these instructions.
- The court ruled that the police officer’s actions broke the chain of causation, making Mr. Johns not liable for Mr. Knightley's injuries.
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- Mr. Johns causing a traffic accident through negligent driving.
- A police officer's subsequent negligent instructions to Mr. Knightley, another officer, who was then injured while following these instructions.
- The court ruled that the police officer’s actions broke the chain of causation, making Mr. Johns not liable for Mr. Knightley's injuries.
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what is the ratio in this case
In *Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR **, the ratio decidendi is:
- A subsequent negligent act that is a new and independent cause can break the chain of causation. In this case, the police officer’s negligent instructions led to Mr. Knightley's injury, breaking the chain from the original accident caused by Mr. Johns.
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- A subsequent negligent act that is a new and independent cause can break the chain of causation. In this case, the police officer’s negligent instructions led to Mr. Knightley's injury, breaking the chain from the original accident caused by Mr. Johns.
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what was teh ratio in - Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ *
In *Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ **, the ratio decidendi is:
- The original tortfeasor (Barclays Bank) remains liable for the claimant's injury, even if subsequent medical treatment contributed to the severity of the injury, provided that the initial injury was significant and the subsequent treatment was not grossly negligent.
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- The original tortfeasor (Barclays Bank) remains liable for the claimant's injury, even if subsequent medical treatment contributed to the severity of the injury, provided that the initial injury was significant and the subsequent treatment was not grossly negligent.
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