21 Jul 2022
FUNG CHI HUNG v. YUN KWAN CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING LTD AND OTHERS
- Citation
- [2022] HKCFI 2179
- Court
- Court of First Instance
- Case number
- HCPI1106/2018
On the balance of probabilities the accident occurred as per the Labour Department Accident Report when a chain block snapped; defendants failed to ensure the chain block was in safe condition, failed to provide reasonable training and supervision and failed to provide a safe system of work; defendants (D1, D2, D3) therefore negligent and liable; defendants failed to rebut the legal effect of their guilty pleas; contributory negligence not made out; damages assessed and reduced by 25% for pre-existing condition resulting in judgment for plaintiff in the sum of HKD 2,734,460.63 plus interest a…