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MW v Wilkinson – Driver not liable in child pedestrian accident
A tragic road traffic accident involving a 5-year-old boy resulted in serious injuries, but the court found the driver was not liable. This case highlights when drivers may – and
Ellis v Kelly (2018) EWHC 2031 (QB)
A court held a driver fully liable after an 8-year-old boy suffered life-changing brain injuries at a zebra crossing, confirming that children’s momentary misjudgements do not amount to contributory negligence.
Gough v Thorne [1966] 1 WLR 1387
A Court of Appeal decision held a driver 100% liable after a 13-year-old girl was struck while crossing the road after being waved across by a lorry driver, confirming that
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Duty of care and risk assessments in cycling events
The High Court in Hetherington v Fell & Ferryhill Wheelers Cycling Club [2025] considered whether a cycling club owed a duty of care for risk assessments at a time trial
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