Banks Duty Of Care

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In Webb v Barclays Bank [2001], the court established that banks owe a duty of care to prevent unauthorized transactions, setting a precedent in tort negligence. Wright v Cambridge Medical Group [2011] highlighted the importance of timely medical diagnosis, with liability arising from delays causing harm. The chain of causation is crucial in both cases, determining liability based on direct links between breach and harm. The Caparo test is used to establish duty of care unless a precedent exists. In negligence cases, foreseeability of harm is key, not the severity. The thin skull rule holds defendants liable for all injuries, regardless of pre-existing conditions. The material contribution test applies when multiple causes exist, requiring proof that a breach materially contributed to harm.

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what was the case about
Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ * involved a customer suing the bank for not preventing unauthorized transactions. The court held that the bank has a duty of care towards its customers to act with reasonable skill and care, ensuring account security.
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what was the ratio
The ratio decidendi (legal principle) in Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ * was that a bank owes a duty of care to its customers to act with reasonable skill and care in all its dealings. This includes the duty to ensure the security of the customer's account and to prevent unauthorized transactions.
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how did this apply to chian of causation
In the context of Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ *, the chain of causation is crucial to determine the bank's liability. The court needs to establish that the bank's breach of duty directly caused the customer's loss. This involves:
- Identifying the breach of duty.
- Proving the breach led to the unauthorized transactions.
- Demonstrating the loss directly resulted from these transactions.
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what was the conclusion of the case
The conclusion of Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ * was that the court held Barclays Bank liable for failing to prevent unauthorized transactions. The bank was found to have breached its duty of care to the customer by not ensuring the security of the account, which directly led to the loss suffered by the customer.
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how does this apply to tort negligence
In tort law, negligence involves failing to take reasonable care to avoid causing injury or loss to another person. In Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ *:
- The bank owed a duty of care to the customer.
- The bank breached this duty by not preventing unauthorized transactions.
- The breach directly caused the customer's financial loss.
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how did the case create a precedent in tort negligence
Webb v Barclays Bank [*] EWCA Civ * created a precedent in tort negligence by establishing the duty of care that banks owe to their customers. The case confirmed that banks must act with reasonable skill and care to prevent unauthorized transactions, setting a standard for future cases involving similar issues.
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what was the case - Wright v Cambridge Medical Group [*] EWCA Civ *, [*] QB * about
The case Wright v Cambridge Medical Group [*] EWCA Civ *, [*] QB * involved a claim against a medical practice for delayed diagnosis and treatment of a young girl. The delay caused the girl's condition to worsen, leading to more severe health complications. The court examined whether the medical practice breached its duty of care and if the breach caused the harm.
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what was the ratio
The ratio decidendi in Wright v Cambridge Medical Group [*] EWCA Civ *, [*] QB * was that medical professionals owe a duty of care to their patients, and delays in diagnosis or treatment that cause harm can constitute a breach of that duty.
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what was the precedent in relation to chain of causation
In Wright v Cambridge Medical Group [*] EWCA Civ *, [*] QB *, the precedent set in relation to chain of causation was that if a delay in diagnosis or treatment by a medical professional leads to a deterioration in the patient's condition, the professional can be held liable if it can be shown that their breach of duty directly caused the harm.
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does this break the defendant's chain of causation
To determine if the defendant's actions break the chain of causation, it's essential to examine if there were any intervening events that severed the direct link between the defendant's breach of duty and the harm suffered by the plaintiff.
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what were the exact facts of the case - Wright v Cambridge Medical Group [*] EWCA Civ *, [*] QB *
The facts of Wright v Cambridge Medical Group [*] EWCA Civ *, [*] QB * are as follows:
- A young girl was not promptly diagnosed by the Cambridge Medical Group.
- The delay in diagnosis and subsequent treatment led to a significant deterioration in her condition.
- The girl suffered severe health complications as a result.
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how can medicla treatment break the chain of causation in tort negligence
Medical treatment can break the chain of causation in tort negligence if it can be proven that the treatment was so negligent or inappropriate that it becomes a new, independent cause of harm. This would mean the original defendant's actions are no longer the direct cause of the injury.
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if someone tries to help an injured child's injuries but worsens them, does this constitute medical negligence
It could potentially constitute medical negligence if:
- The person providing help owed a duty of care.
- They breached this duty by acting in a way that a competent person wouldn't.
- The breach directly caused further injury to the child.
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does it have to be gross negligence
No, it does not have to be gross negligence. For a claim of negligence, it only needs to be proven that the person did not act with reasonable care, leading to harm. Gross negligence is a more severe form of negligence, involving a blatant disregard for the safety of others.
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what is the authority for medical treatment breaking the chain of causation in tort negligence
To address your question, the authority for medical treatment breaking the chain of causation in tort negligence can be found in the case of *R v Cheshire [*] * WLR **. The principle established in this case is that medical treatment can only break the chain of causation if it is so independent of the defendant's acts and in itself so potent in causing death that the jury regards the contribution made by the defendant's acts as insignificant.
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does the thin skull rule apply if a child is run over
The thin skull rule, also known as the "eggshell skull" rule, states that a defendant must take their victim as they find them. This means that if a child with a pre-existing condition is run over and suffers more severe injuries than a healthier child would, the defendant is still fully liable for all the injuries caused, even if they are more severe due to the child's condition.
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what does remoteness mean in law
Remoteness in law, particularly in tort law, refers to the limitation on the type of damage for which a defendant can be held liable. The damage must be a foreseeable consequence of the defendant's actions. In other words, the harm must not be too remote, or far removed, from the defendant's breach of duty.
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do you use the caparo three-stage test when you are analysing whether there was a breach in duty or the causation
The Caparo three-stage test is used to determine whether a duty of care exists, not to analyze breach or causation. The test involves:
- Foreseeability of harm
- Proximity between parties
- Whether it is fair, just, and reasonable to impose a duty
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do you need to mention the caparo test if there is already a precedent
If there is already a binding precedent that establishes a duty of care for similar facts, you do not need to apply the Caparo test. The precedent itself will guide the decision on the duty of care.
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what is the ratio in Ward v London County Council [*].
The ratio decidendi in Ward v London County Council [*] is that a person who causes harm while acting in an emergency situation may still be held liable for negligence if their actions were not reasonable under the circumstances.
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does the breach of duty of care in tort negligence have to satisfy both factors of foreseeability of harm and foreseeability of severity of harm
The breach of duty of care in tort negligence generally needs to satisfy the factor of foreseeability of harm. However, foreseeability of the severity of harm is not usually required. The key points are:
- The harm must be a foreseeable type.
- The exact severity of the harm does not need to be foreseeable.
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what is the ratio in - Watt v Hertfordshire County Council [*].
The ratio decidendi in *Watt v Hertfordshire County Council [*]* is that a defendant may not be held liable for negligence if the harm occurred in the context of an emergency situation, and the risk taken was deemed reasonable in trying to save life or prevent greater harm.
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what type of situations does this apply to
This principle applies to situations where:
- An emergency situation is involved.
- Actions taken are intended to save lives or prevent greater harm.
- The risk taken was reasonable under the circumstances.
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what was the case - Watt v Hertfordshire County Council [*]. aout
*Watt v Hertfordshire County Council [*]* involved a fireman who was injured while transporting equipment in response to an emergency. The equipment was not properly secured due to the urgency. The court held that the council was not liable because the risk was reasonable given the emergency situation.
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what is the ratio inv
The ratio decidendi in *Watt v Hertfordshire County Council [*]* is that a defendant may not be held liable for negligence if the harm occurred in the context of an emergency situation, and the risk taken was deemed reasonable in trying to save life or prevent greater harm.
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Ward v London County Council [*].
The ratio decidendi in Ward v London County Council [*] is that a person who causes harm while acting in an emergency situation may still be held liable for negligence if their actions were not reasonable under the circumstances.
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what is the ratio in Ward v London County Council [*].
The ratio decidendi in *Ward v London County Council [*]* is that a person who causes harm while acting in an emergency situation may still be held liable for negligence if their actions were not reasonable under the circumstances.
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what was teh ratio in- McGhee v National Coal Board [*] * WLR *
The ratio decidendi in *McGhee v National Coal Board [*] * WLR ** is that a defendant may be held liable for harm caused to the claimant if it can be shown that the defendant's breach of duty materially increased the risk of harm, even if it cannot be proven that the breach directly caused the harm.
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what was the ratio in - McGhee v National Coal Board [*] * WLR *
The ratio decidendi in *McGhee v National Coal Board [*] * WLR ** is that a defendant can be held liable for an injury if their breach of duty materially increased the risk of harm, even if it can't be proven that the breach directly caused the injury.
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what does materially mean
"Materially" in legal context means something that is significant or substantial enough to affect the outcome. In McGhee v National Coal Board, it means the breach of duty significantly increased the risk of harm, impacting the court's decision.
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what was teh ratio in- Bonnington Castings v Wardlaw [*] AC *
The ratio decidendi in *Bonnington Castings v Wardlaw [*] AC ** is that a claimant can establish causation in a tort claim if they can prove that the defendant's breach of duty materially contributed to the harm suffered, even if it was not the sole cause.
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what was the ratio in- Bonnington Castings v Wardlaw [*] AC *
The ratio decidendi in *Bonnington Castings v Wardlaw [*] AC ** is that a claimant can succeed in proving causation if they can show that the defendant's breach of duty materially contributed to the harm, even if it was not the sole cause.
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if there were multiple potential causes in a negligence case, who is at fault
In negligence cases with multiple potential causes, the courts determine fault based on the balance of probabilities. The key points are:
- Material Contribution Test: If the defendant's breach materially contributed to the harm.
- Apportionment: Fault may be apportioned among multiple parties if multiple defendants are involved.
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what is the ratio in • Wilsher v Essex Area Health Authority [*] * All ER * HL
The ratio decidendi in *Wilsher v Essex Area Health Authority [*] * All ER * HL* is that when multiple potential causes exist for an injury, the claimant must prove on the balance of probabilities that the defendant's breach of duty caused the harm. Simply showing that the breach increased the risk is not sufficient.
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what was the ratio in • Wilsher v Essex Area Health Authority [*] * All ER * HL
The ratio decidendi in *Wilsher v Essex Area Health Authority [*] * All ER * HL* is that a claimant must prove that the defendant's breach of duty was the likely cause of harm. If there are multiple potential causes, the claimant must show that the breach materially increased the risk of harm.
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what is the ratio in- Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR *
The ratio decidendi in *Knightley v Johns [*] * WLR ** is that a defendant can be held liable for negligence if their breach of duty directly led to a sequence of events causing harm, even if there was an intervening act, as long as the intervening act was a natural consequence of the defendant's breach.
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in a problem question if you determine that there was not a breach in duty of care, do you still go on to determine causation
If you determine that there was no breach in the duty of care, you generally do not need to go on to determine causation. Causation is examined after establishing that a duty of care was breached.
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In a problem question, if you determine that there was not a breach in duty of care, do you still go on to analyse causation?
If you determine there was no breach of duty of care, you generally don't need to analyze causation. Without a breach, the claim for negligence cannot succeed, as all elements (duty, breach, causation, and damage) must be present.
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