The Tort of Private Nuisance

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The tort of Private Nuisance: unlawful interference with [the occupiers] use or enjoyment of land, or some right, or in connection with it

The tort of Private Nuisance: unlawful interference with [the occupiers] use or enjoyment of land, or some right, or in connection with it.

Hargrave v Goldman1. Title to sue

2. Protection of a legally recognised right

3. Damage

4. Substantial and unreasonable interference

a. Substantial

b. Unreasonable Interference

i. Locality

ii. Time

iii. Duration

iv. Nature of the Activities

v. Availability of Alternatives

vi. Motive of the Defendant

5. Onus, Causation and Limitation Periods

6. Defences

7. Remedies


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