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Law Of Torts Question Paper

Law Of Torts

Course:Bachelor Of Laws

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2008

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2008/2009
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF LAW
LPL 100: LAW OF TORTS

DATE: FRIDAY, 28TH NOVEMBER 2008 TIME: 2.00 P.M. – 4.00 P.M.

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer three questions. Question 1 is compulsory.
You will be penalized if you do not answer question 1.

QUESTION ONE
Discuss the term tort and examine the foundations of tortuous liability. What are the
fundamental differences between criminal law and tort law?
(30 marks)

QUESTION TWO
Analyze the ‘Rule in Rylands v Fletcher’. Explain the exceptions to the rule.
(20 marks)

QUESTION THREE
Broadly define the tort of nuisance. Who can sue and who can be sued in nuisance?
(20 marks)

QUESTION FOUR
‘False imprisonment is the infliction of bodily restraint which is not expressly or
impliedly authorized by law’ Discuss.
(20 marks)

QUESTION FIVE
Write short notes on any four of the following:
a) Res Ipsor Loquitor (5 marks)
b) Volenti non fit injuria (5 marks)
c) Novus actus interveniens (5 marks)
d) Contributory negligence (5 marks)

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