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February 1990
Cheseborough Ponds Limited v Gala Estate Limited (Civil Cause 601 of 1988) [1990] MWHC 28 (15 February 1990)
A hirer of a crane (including supplied slings and operator) is liable where unfit slings and negligent operation cause damage.
  • Contract of hire — hiring of crane, operator and slings — duty to supply equipment fit for specified task — vicarious liability for operator’s negligence — failure of lifting slings — negligent continuation despite mechanical defects.
15 February 1990