3. Law of Tort

Defences In Tort — Quiz

Test your understanding of defences in tort with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

In a tort claim, if a defendant successfully argues that the claimant's own unreasonable conduct contributed to their injuries, which defence would be applied to reduce the damages awarded?

Question 2

Which of the following is a complete defence in tort law, meaning it can entirely negate the defendant's liability, provided the claimant had full knowledge of the risk and voluntarily accepted it?

Question 3

A defendant is sued for trespass after entering private property to prevent a serious flood from damaging their own adjacent property. Which specific type of defence is most likely to be invoked?

Question 4

For the defence of \text{volenti non fit injuria} to succeed, which of the following elements is absolutely crucial to prove?

Question 5

A claimant suffers a broken leg due to a defendant's negligence. However, the claimant refuses to follow medical advice to rest, and as a result, their recovery is significantly prolonged, leading to greater financial loss. Which principle would the defendant most likely use to argue against the increased financial loss?