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What is another term for legal responsibilities?
What is another term for legal responsibilities?
What is an example of a statutory obligation?
What is an example of a statutory obligation?
What is the principle stated in section 4 of the Education Act 1990?
What is the principle stated in section 4 of the Education Act 1990?
What is the basis of the duty of care in common law?
What is the basis of the duty of care in common law?
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Who owes a duty of care according to the principle in Donoghue v Stevenson?
Who owes a duty of care according to the principle in Donoghue v Stevenson?
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Study Notes
Legal Responsibilities
- Legal responsibilities are also referred to as 'obligations' or 'duties'.
- Statutory obligations are duties imposed by laws or Acts, such as the Education Act 1990 (NSW).
Statutory Obligations
- Parents have a duty to send their children to school or arrange for home schooling.
- The state has a duty to ensure every child receives the best possible education and provide public schools.
- The principle behind these duties is that every child has the right to an education, as stated in Section 4 of the Education Act 1990 (NSW).
Common Law Responsibilities
- Common law imposes legal responsibilities, such as the duty of care.
- The duty of care is owed to all persons who are likely to be 'closely and directly affected' by one's behaviour.
- A duty of care example is a supplier's responsibility to ensure their products do not injure or harm consumers, as established in Donoghue v Stevenson AC 562.
- A soft drink manufacturer, as a supplier, must take care to prevent harm to their consumers.
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This quiz covers legal obligations and duties in the education system, including parental responsibilities and state duties.
