10 Questions
What does it mean when it is said that equitable remedies are discretionary?
The court can take into account certain collateral matters like the parties' conduct
What does it mean for Equity to not act in vain?
It means Equity only acts when there is an immediate threat to do something
Which type of injunction requires an immediate threat to do something?
Quia timet injunction
In which case was the principle 'Equity will not aid a volunteer' applied?
Oba of Benin V Benin divisional council
In what case was 'Cricket not granted'?
Miller V Jackson
In what type of case did Lord Denning say that an order for injunction should be granted?
Extreme cases involving grave danger to property or vital evidence
In Sayers V Collyer, what defense to injunction was mentioned?
Acquiescence
Under what circumstances can the court grant an injunction according to Order 20 Rule 9 of high court civil procedures rules?
If it appears just or convenient to do so
What was the ruling in Proctor V Bayley regarding a Quia timet injunction?
Denied as no inference of future infringement
What concept was illustrated in Offiong V African Development Corporation where a secretary brought an action after an agreement?
Promissory estoppel
Test your knowledge on equitable remedies and legal rights with scenarios like Paton V Trustees of British Pregnancy Advisory Service and Beddow V Beddow. Learn about when courts consider collateral matters in addition to bare legal rights in granting equitable remedies.
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