volenti non fit injuria voluntary assumption of risk ontario law latin expression: Volenti Non Fit Injuria
- 02/20/11 04:43 AM
Volenti Non Fit Injuria
This is a latin legal term which may be translated as "to a willing person, no harm or injury is done".
Over time, it has become a legal defence in may lawsuits. The best and most frequent example used is that of the boxer.
The boxer essentially agrees in advance of the boxing match to being hit, or struck by the gloved fists of his opponent during the bout in accordance with the rules.
The mere fact that an injury ultimately resulted does not permit a successful lawsuit. The opponent who struck the injurious blows would plead … (2 comments)
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volenti non fit injuria voluntary assumption of risk ontario law latin expression: "Volenti Non Fit Injuria" Explained
- 02/06/10 11:20 AM
"Volenti Non Fit Injuria" Explained
By Brian Madigan LL.B.The latin expression "volenti non fit injuria" means "no harm done if a person consents". It underlies the legal doctrine of the "voluntary assumption of risk".Basically, it is a defence in tort law. If there is an action which causes injury, there is no claim if the injured party had given their consent. However, consent means "informed consent" by someone who fully appreciates the risks. So, if someone is injured bungee jumping, then they can't sue the proprietor. But, if the rope breaks, then they can sue. They accepted the ordinary risks … (2 comments)
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