Legal Studies Quiz - Tort Law

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A quiz about legal studies, tort law.

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1.

What is the type of tort law in McDonald’s Restaurants v. Morris & Steel, 1990?
2.

Case Study:After surgery, a patient realises that a pair of scissors has been left inside them. They decide to sue the hospital they went to for negligence. Who is the plaintiff in the case?
- A.
  
  The hospital
- B.
  
  The patient
3.

Negligence, defamation and trespass are all kinds of tort law. What is the fourth type?
4.

Which of the following is a principle of defamation?
- A.
  
  Duty of care breached
- B.
  
  Statement refers to the plaintiff
- C.
  
  The defendant committed an act/omission which caused inconvenience to the plaintiff
- D.
  
  Absolute Privilege
5.

In the case of Anderson, et. al v. PG&E, 1993, who is the defendant?
6.

Case Study:A pedestrian crossed a road without looking, and consequently was hit by a speeding car. The pedestrian sued the driver for negligence. What defence may the driver use?
- A.
  
  Remoteness of Damage
- B.
  
  Absolute Privilege
- C.
  
  Legalised by prescription
- D.
  
  Contributory Negligence
- E.
  
  Justification