AC 562: M'Alister (or Donoghue) v Stevenson Case
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What type of drink did the appellant consume?

  • Lemonade
  • Cola
  • Orange juice
  • Ginger-beer (correct)
  • What did the bottle of ginger-beer contain?

  • A snail (correct)
  • Decomposed remains of a banana
  • Spoiled milk
  • Pieces of glass
  • What was the appellant's alleged health issue after consuming the ginger-beer?

  • Shock and severe gastro-enteritis (correct)
  • Skin rash
  • Headache
  • Broken bone
  • Why did the appellant institute proceedings against the manufacturer?

    <p>To claim damages due to the presence of a noxious element in the drink</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What duty does the appellant believe the manufacturer owed to her as a consumer?

    <p>Duty to prevent harm from noxious elements in goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis of the appellant's case in the text?

    <p>Negligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On what laws is the appellant's case argued?

    <p>English and Scots law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the author suggest that seekers of common law should look for guidance?

    <p>Decided cases and judgments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Langridge v. Levy, what was the outcome related to the sale of a dangerous gun?

    <p>The son had a right of action against the gunmaker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Parke B. express regarding Langridge v. Levy in Longmeid v. Holliday?

    <p>Repudiated its wider application</p> Signup and view all the answers

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