Multiple choice

Limitations on the scope of the doctrine voIenti non - fit injuria are:

  1. Rescue cases

  2. Statutory authority

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Volenti non fit injuria (voluntary assumption of risk) has key limitations. In rescue cases, a rescuer who intervenes to help someone who voluntarily took a risk cannot be volenti-barred from suing. Similarly, statutory authority provides a complete defense and overrides volenti. Both are recognized exceptions to the doctrine.

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