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In which of the following cases the plea of ‘volenti non fit injuria’ can be taken?

Volenti non fit injuria applies where the plaintiff knows the risk and freely agrees to accept it. Mere knowledge of danger, or employment in a risky job, does not by itself…

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In which of the following cases the plea of ‘volenti non fit injuria’ can be taken?

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Volenti non fit injuria applies where the plaintiff knows the risk and freely agrees to accept it. Mere knowledge of danger, or employment in a risky job, does not by itself establish voluntary acceptance.

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