Exam M05 Topic 1 Question 68 Discussion

Actual exam question for CII's M05 exam
Question #: 68
Topic #: 1
When the rule in Rylands v Fletcher operates, liability arises from the:

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The rule inRylands v Fletcherestablishesstrict liability, meaning the defendant can be held liable for certain kinds of damage even if they were not negligent or at fault. This applies in situations where a person brings something onto their land (like water or chemicals) that has the potential to escape and cause damage. If it does escape, the defendant is typically held strictly liable for any resulting harm, regardless of whether they were negligent or not.

by Jared at Jul 15, 2026, 11:37 AM

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