Baker v Willoughby [1970] AC 467

Written By Nicolas Heyes

Court: House of Lords

  • Facts: Plaintiff’s leg injury from a car accident was worsened by a subsequent shooting, which led to amputation. The defendant argued liability should be limited to the initial injury's impact.

  • Issue: Liability extent when an intervening act exacerbates damages.

  • Held: The original tortfeasor is liable for all consequences of their actions, including those exacerbated by subsequent events. Compensation covers the total impact of the initial injury.

Nicolas Heyes
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