Subcontractor escapes liability for fire damage
Subcontractor escapes liability for fire damage
- 1989
- Independent 6/1/89 p12 .
In Norwich City Council v Harvey and Another , CA 21 December 1988, a subcontractor was held not liable for damage caused by fire as the employer had entered into a contract with the main contractors whereby the employer would be responsible for any loss or damage to the premises. The damage was caused by negligent use of a blowtorch by the subcontractor.
DUTY OF CARE
LIABILITY
SWIMMING POOL
In Norwich City Council v Harvey and Another , CA 21 December 1988, a subcontractor was held not liable for damage caused by fire as the employer had entered into a contract with the main contractors whereby the employer would be responsible for any loss or damage to the premises. The damage was caused by negligent use of a blowtorch by the subcontractor.
DUTY OF CARE
LIABILITY
SWIMMING POOL