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In which of the following cases, is the occupier of a house liable for 'negligence' ?

"Setting spring guns in the premises to prevent trespassers" exposes the occupier to liability because the force used is disproportionate and unlawful (Bird v. Holbrook),…

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In which of the following cases, is the occupier of a house liable for 'negligence' ?

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"Setting spring guns in the premises to prevent trespassers" exposes the occupier to liability because the force used is disproportionate and unlawful (Bird v. Holbrook), unlike ordinary protective measures such as "Constructing a compound wall to prevent trespassers" or "Fixing broken glass pieces on the top of a wall to prevent trespassers".

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