29 Sept 2003
LAU PAI YAM BOTTOMLEY v. TAI TUNG COFFEE CO LTD
- Citation
- LAU PAI YAM BOTTOMLEY v. TAI TUNG COFFEE CO LTD
- Court
- Court of First Instance
- Case number
- HCPI745/2002
The defendant breached its duty by failing to ensure suitable footwear and by permitting excessive loading of the trolley; the attendant's negligence in slipping caused the accident and the defendant was vicariously liable. The plaintiff's physical injuries caused chronic pain syndrome and an adjustment disorder which prevented his return to his former employment; damages were awarded accordingly.