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What is the scope of an employer’s duty of care for transport abroad?

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Published on: 10 February 2015

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Original news
What is the significance of this decision?
How did the court address the scope of the employer’s duty of care in relation to the charter flight?
How might this decision affect future cases on the extension of employers’ liability and transport abroad?
Are there any unresolved issues in this area?
What should lawyers take from this decision?

Article summary

Personal Injury analysis: Sarah Stewart, a partner in the aviation and travel department at Stewarts Law, and Peter Neenan, a senior associate in the department, point out that the court’s decision in Dusek is a reminder to employers of their positive obligation to adequately assess any risks posed to their employees while they are performing their jobs.

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