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What is the fundamental premise in law regarding damage?
The fundamental premise in law is that the damage (harm) rests where it falls, meaning each person must bear the damage he suffers (res perit dominio).
How does the legal system generally view damages caused by one's own actions?
If someone drives his car carelessly and collides with a tree, or clumsily drops and breaks his watch, or hail damages his corn crop, or lightning kills his horse, he has, in principle no legal ground for complaint.
What is the translation of the fundamental premise in law regarding damage?
If someone else didn’t cause the damage and it just happened to you, it is your problem.
When does the fundamental premise in law regarding damage not prevail?
The fundamental premise does not always prevail, as there are exceptions in which it may not apply.
What is the general nature and place of delict in the legal system?
The general nature and place of delict in the legal system is discussed in the text under Chapter 1 – General Introduction.
Test your knowledge of delict law with this quiz covering general introduction, functions, and the relationship between delict and breach of contract and delict and crime. Explore the legal system, fundamental rights, and specific cases such as the Dendy Case.
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