Le Gallais v Romeril [1966] JJ 699 (17 October 1966)
A pedestrian is not legally required to signal to other road users, but if they choose to do so, they must exercise reasonable care and are liable for any negligence in giving such a signal.
- Citation
- [1966] JJ 699
- Parties
- Applicant: Le Gallais; Respondent: Romeril
- Jurisdiction
- Jersey
- Judgment Date
- 17 October 1966
- Procedural Posture
- Civil / Judgment
- Outcome
- judgment for respondent
- Legal Topics
- Negligence, Duty of Care, Pedestrian Liability
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Parties
Le Gallais
Applicant
Romeril
Respondent
Procedural Posture
Civil / Judgment
Legal Issues
- 1 Whether a pedestrian owes a duty of care when giving a signal to other road users
- 2 Whether a pedestrian is liable for negligent signaling
Ratio Decidendi
A pedestrian is not legally required to signal to other road users, but if they choose to do so, they must exercise reasonable care and are liable for any negligence in giving such a signal.
Court Disposition
judgment for respondent
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