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Barker v Corus UK Ltd

[2006] UKHL 20
JurisdictionUnited Kingdom
Year2006
Statusunclear

Key Principle

proportionate liability where material contribution to risk applies

Area of Law

Tort — Causation, Remoteness and Damages

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