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In Heaven v Pender, why was the claimant allowed to claim compensation?
A contractual obligation may extend to a non-contracting party in cases of negligence
What was the occupation of the claimant in Winterbottom v Wright?
Coach driver
In Winterbottom v Wright, why could the driver not recover compensation from the builders of the coach?
He was not a party to the contract under which the coach was supplied
What was the occupation of the claimant in Heaven v Pender?
Painter
What principle was established in Heaven v Pender regarding non-contracting parties?
A non-contracting party may claim compensation in cases of negligence
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