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Personal injury damages—a question of fact

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Published on: 22 December 2014
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  • Original news
  • What is the significance of this decision?
  • What does this decision tell us about the application of common sense when addressing the precise causal mechanism?
  • How does this case fit in with the case law in this area?
  • How might this decision affect future cases?
  • Are there any unresolved issues? What should lawyers do next?

Article summary

Personal Injury analysis: How big is the burden to show contributory negligence? Ben Townsend, partner in the personal injury department at Stewarts Law LLP, considers the court’s decision in Sobolewska.

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