West v Castlehill LLP & Ors
West v Castlehill LLP & Ors [2008] ScotCS CSOH_182 (22 December 2008)
A personal injury claim from a fishing-vessel unloading accident. The court rejected most arguments against the second third party, but allowed proof before answer on negligent selection of a contractor.
- Vicarious liability
- Non-delegable duty
- Selection of competent contractor
- Implied contractual terms
- Personal injury
- Workplace safety