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Which of the following defences is available in the tort of negligence?

"Volenti non fit injuria" is a defence to negligence where the claimant, with full knowledge, freely agreed to run the risk of harm, as in Hall v. Brooklands Auto Racing…

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Which of the following defences is available in the tort of negligence?

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"Volenti non fit injuria" is a defence to negligence where the claimant, with full knowledge, freely agreed to run the risk of harm, as in Hall v. Brooklands Auto Racing Club. "Statutory authority" does not protect an act done negligently, and "Absolute privilege" is a defence to defamation.

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