HUDSON v. JOHN WRIGHT & SON (BLACKWALL) LTD. AND FURNESS WITHY & CO. LTD.
[1971] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 151
QUEEN'S BENCH DIVISION
Before Mr. Justice Baker
Shipbuilding and Ship-repairing Regulations, 1960 - Safe means of access - Protection of openings - Ship's painter falling into hold through inadequately guarded hatch - Whether employers and/or shipowners liable - Meaning of "fencing" - Regulations 4, 6, 26.
Damages - Personal injuries - Assessment - Arthritis and casual nature of occupation to be considered.