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In Heaven v Pender, why was the claimant allowed to claim compensation?

  • The claimant's employer supported the claim
  • The claimant suffered minor injuries
  • A contractual obligation may extend to a non-contracting party in cases of negligence (correct)
  • The claimant had a direct contract with the defendant
  • What was the occupation of the claimant in Winterbottom v Wright?

  • Shipbuilder
  • Coach driver (correct)
  • Painter
  • Staging supplier
  • In Winterbottom v Wright, why could the driver not recover compensation from the builders of the coach?

  • The Postmaster General did not support the driver's claim
  • He was not a party to the contract under which the coach was supplied (correct)
  • The builders of the coach were not found liable for the defect
  • The driver did not suffer serious injuries as claimed
  • What was the occupation of the claimant in Heaven v Pender?

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

    What principle was established in Heaven v Pender regarding non-contracting parties?

    <p>A non-contracting party may claim compensation in cases of negligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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