Contributory negligence – have we been too pessimistic?

We have teamed up with Brodies to offer our next technical CPD event.

When defending employers’ liability claims we often assume that we won’t secure a substantial discount for contributory negligence; especially when the employer is significantly at fault. However, the authorities from the last 20 years suggest that the courts take a different view. Following the Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act (ERRA) 2014, it might now be even easier to convince the court that a claim should be substantially discounted. Should be seize the moment and take a more robust approach?

This seminar will:

• Review the pre-ERRA authorities on Contributory Negligence;

• Analyse the cases decided post-ERRA; and

• Discuss how we should approach contributory negligence in the future.

To register visit: http://www.brodies.com/seminars-and-events

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