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Delict [2005] ZAGPHC 4

Redhouse v Walker (17795/03)

Redhouse v Walker (17795/03) [2005] ZAGPHC 4 (1 January 2005)

Court
High Courts - Gauteng
Case number
17795/03
Judge
Bosielo

The court held the horse bolted from inward excitement, not provocation, and declared the owner liable under actio de pauperie. Quantum was postponed.

  • Actio De Pauperie
  • Liability Of Animal Owner
  • Contra Naturam Sui Generis
  • Provocation Of Animal
  • Onus Of Proof
  • Actio-de-pauperie
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