McConomy v Doe [2006] NIQB 65 (04 October 2006)

McConomy v Doe [2006] NIQB 65 (04 October 2006)

The steps, in wet conditions, had a coefficient of friction materially below 0.4, which constituted a hazard for pedestrians and caused the plaintiff's slip and injuries. The defendant was liable for failing to maintain the steps in a safe condition.

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Citation
[2006] NIQB 65
Parties
Plaintiff: Jeanette McConomy; Defendant: Doe
Jurisdiction
Northern Ireland
Judgment Date
04 October 2006
Procedural Posture
Personal Injury / Judgment After Trial
Outcome
judgment for the plaintiff
Legal Topics
Occupiers' Liability, Slipping Accident, Standard of Care, Public Highway, Contributory Negligence
Tort Personal Injury Occupiers' Liability Slipping Accident Standard of Care Public Highway Contributory Negligence

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Parties

Jeanette McConomy

Plaintiff

Doe

Defendant

Procedural Posture

Personal Injury / Judgment After Trial

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the plaintiff's fall was caused by a slip on the steps
  2. 2 Whether the condition of the steps constituted a hazard for pedestrians
  3. 3 Whether the defendant was liable for the plaintiff's injuries

Ratio Decidendi

The steps, in wet conditions, had a coefficient of friction materially below 0.4, which constituted a hazard for pedestrians and caused the plaintiff's slip and injuries. The defendant was liable for failing to maintain the steps in a safe condition.

Court Disposition

judgment for the plaintiff

Orders

  • Decree for £6,250 in general damages with interest