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Question

Doctrine of Common Employment' has the origin in which of the following case?

The correct answer is
Priestley V/s Fowler

Doctrine of Common Employment Origin

The Doctrine of Common Employment was a legal rule that prevented an employee from suing their employer for injuries caused by the negligence of a co-worker.

This doctrine originated in English common law.

Landmark Case Identification

The specific case that established the Doctrine of Common Employment is:

  • Priestley V/s Fowler

This case set the precedent for the application of this doctrine in employer-employee relationships concerning workplace injuries.

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Important Questions from Law of Torts and Consumer Protection

  1. Which of the following case decided by the Supreme Court of India deals with the concept of 'Public Wrong'
    under Tort?
  2. Match the LIST-I with LIST-II
    LIST-I
    (Theory)
    LIST-II
    (Propounder)
    A. Pigeon Hole TheoryI. William Prosser
    B. Neighbour RuleII. Wenfield
    C. Tort is Social EngineeringIII. Lord Atkin
    D. Use of phrase 'Law of Tort'IV. Salmond

    Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  3. The word 'Tort' has been derived from the Latin Word :
  4. The Maxim 'Damnum Sine injuria' means :
  5. Which of the following is not a valid defence in tort?
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