Property hazards and the landlord's duty of care
Language: English Series: Letting Update Journal ; 16(1) April 2008, 18-21(4)Publication details: 2008Subject(s): Summary: Considers the issue of landlord negligence and the duty of care towards tenants. Describes the rule of caveat emptor which states that the consumer of products should be first expected to anticipate the causes of their actions. Reviews major landmark cases which have eroded this virtual immunity of landlords and vendors. Examines the rule of foreseeability and the reasonable man test. Discusses issues and cases related to design and construction, common parts of properties, disrepair, knowledge and contributory negligence, damages and nuisance claims.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L143282 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 143282-1001 |
Considers the issue of landlord negligence and the duty of care towards tenants. Describes the rule of caveat emptor which states that the consumer of products should be first expected to anticipate the causes of their actions. Reviews major landmark cases which have eroded this virtual immunity of landlords and vendors. Examines the rule of foreseeability and the reasonable man test. Discusses issues and cases related to design and construction, common parts of properties, disrepair, knowledge and contributory negligence, damages and nuisance claims.