Defences in negligence
What Defences in negligence means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Reference: AQA
Contributory negligence by the performer or volenti where the performer knowingly accepted an obvious risk may reduce or defeat a claim.
Contributory negligence or volenti may reduce or defeat a claim.
Topics that use Defences in negligence
- Sport and the law (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Crowd management and venue design
- Distinction between legislation and NGB rules
- Duty of care
- Foreseeable harm
- Protection of performers and officials
- Breach of duty
- Compensation and loss of earnings
- Contractual rights and obligations
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