The ‘Spontaneity’: 1962

References: [1962] 1 Lloyd’s Rep 460
Where the negligence of vessel X caused vessel Y to run aground, vessel X was not liable for such damages as were attributable to the subsequent, clearly separate and negligent re-floating of vessel Y. The original negligence of vessel X had ceased to be operative.
This case is cited by:

  • Cited – Borealis Ab -v- Geogas Trading Sa ComC (Bailii, [2010] EWHC 2789 (Comm), [2011] 1 Lloyd’s Rep 482)
    The parties had contracted for sale and purchase of butane for processing. It was said to have been contaminated. The parties now disputed the effect on damages for breach including on causation, remoteness, mitigation and quantum.
    Held: The . .

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Last Update: 28-Feb-16 Ref: 425892