occupier’s liability

Q2836. What is referred to as occupier’s liability?

Occupiers’ liability refers to the liability of the owners of premises or occupiers of premises. Occupier’s liability is a compound of negligence, nuisance and the rule in Rylands v. Fletcher.

Q2837. What is referred to as occupier’s liability?

Occupiers’ liability refers to the liability of the owners of premises or occupiers of premises. Occupier’s liability is a compound of negligence, nuisance and the rule in Rylands v. Fletcher.

Q2838. Who is referred to as an occupier?

An occupier indicates a person who has some degree of control associated with and arising from his presence in and use of or activities in the premises.

Q2839. To whom does an occupier owe a duty?

An occupier owes a duty to visitors to warn visitors of the danger of the premises if any and a duty to children not to leave unattended situations or objects that may cause harm to them.