Introduction
Definition of tort of strict liability and Rylands v Fletcher
Under both Malaysian Law and English Law, even though tort law is predominantly a fault-based tort, there are still exceptions. For example, the tort of strict liability under Rylands v Fletcher originated from the tort of nuisance which then developed to become quite distinct from the tort of nuisance while strict liability is a term used to impose liability on defendant without the fault to his part.
Elements of liability under rule of Rylands v Fletcher
Per Blackburn J in Court of Exchequer Chamber, ‘the person who for his own purposes brings on his lands… likely to do mischief if it escapes, must keep it in at his peril, and, if he does not do so, he is prima facie answerable for all the damage which is the natural consequence of its
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Consent of plaintiff
This defence operates as similar as the volenti. In Carstairs v Taylor, there was no liability in Rylands case when a rat gnawed through the container and caused flooding as the collection and storage had been for the benefit of all inhabitants. In accordance to Colour Quest v Total Downstream UK Ltd, the court held that consent will not operates in cases where the defendant has been negligent.
Act of third party
By applying Rylands, a tort caused by a third party who has no control under the plaintiff, the plaintiff is not liable. This defence operated in Perry v Kendricks, where a child trespasser threw a lighted match into a petrol tank causing which explosion.
Act of God
This defence will only be used for an exceptional event, such as earthquake. As reviewing to case Nichols v Marsland, a very heavy rainstorm qualified for this defence. However, this defence would probably not to be accepted
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Facts: Earl Enmund along with a codefendant at the Florida Supreme Court, was convicted of first-degree murder and robbery as well as given the death penalty. Enmund was not present at the time of the murder, he was in the car waiting for the codefendant to return in order to escape. Under Florida law Enmund was made the aider and abettor meaning that he can be held to the same extent as the principal. Issue: Does the death sentence violate the Eighth and Fourteenth Amendment for someone who did not commit the murder but was the getaway driver? Reasoning:
Roper v. Simmons, the facts, issues, and court holding on this cause is about a 17 year old boy who was arrested for murder. Christopher Simmons, who was 17 when he was arrested for the murder of Shirley Crook. He was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to death. Christopher Simmons was accused of burglary and murder. Also it was said two of his friends helped him.
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Through years of gender inequality throughout the nation, one of the most important causes for women was when they received the right to vote, as it allowed them to have a voice within the country. While looking throughout the fight for Women’s Suffrage, many would say that it ultimately ended on August 26, 1920- when the 19th Amendment was officially ratified. Although this seems accurate, many others would say that the fight ended when the Supreme Court 's ruling ultimately established the Nineteenth Amendment. This is best shown by the ratification of the 19th amendment, Leser v. Garnett, and the overall process to reach the final ruling during the case.
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