Clyde & Co, in collaboration with the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), invites you to join this webinar on Demystifying the Animals Act.
In this session, Legal Director Gemma Parker and Consultant Joe Wakeford will delve into the elements of strict liability under Section 2 of the Animals Act 1971, as well as the statutory defenses outlined in Section 5.
Particular focus will be given to interpreting the defense under Section 5 (2), supported by relevant case law, as well as the role of expert evidence in strengthening arguments for both Section 2 and Section 5 claims.
Learning outcomes:
Understand when the Animals Act applies to a claim
Explain the provisions of Section 2 of the Animals Act
Examine the defenses under Section 5 and their applicability
Identify when expert evidence is needed and understand its value in these cases