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City of Malabon University Breach of Duty Writing Question

‘Indeterminingwhetheradefendanthasbreachedtheirdutyofcare,itisfrequently stated that alongside the (i) likelihood that someone may be injured and (ii) the potential severity of the injuries which may occur, the court must also consider (iii) the social benefit or value of the defendant’s activity and (iv) the cost of taking preventative measures. However, in practice, the final two factors rarely seem to carry any weight.’Does this statement accurately represent the law? Discuss, with reference to cases relating to breach of duty / the standard of care in the tort of negligence.
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