Avonmore Supermarket CC v Venter (211/13)
Avonmore Supermarket CC v Venter (211/13) [2014] ZASCA 42; 2014 (5) SA 399 (SCA) (31 March 2014)
The appellant failed to establish the existence of a valid contract with the independent cleaning contractor, DBU, and thus could not rely on that defence. The evidence showed that the appellant's cleaning operation created a foreseeable risk to customers, and the warning sign was not placed close enough to the hazard. The cleaning was performed during a busy period, and the cleaner left a damp floor without adequate warning. The appellant did not take reasonable steps to prevent harm, such as ensuring the area was dry before allowing customers access or placing warning signs at the correct l…
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- Negligence
- Occupiers Liability
- Slip And Fall
- Duty Of Care
- Shopper Injury