YouIn which court was the Donoghue v. Stevenson [1932] case heard? and what was the decisions of that courts ?

The case of Donoghue v. Stevenson [1932] was heard in the House of Lords, which is the highest court in the United Kingdom.

Decision of the Court

The House of Lords decided in favor of Mrs. Donoghue, establishing a significant precedent in the field of negligence. The court ruled that manufacturers owe a duty of care to consumers, even in the absence of a contractual relationship. This landmark ruling significantly expanded the scope of liability in tort law, affirming the principle that one must take reasonable care to avoid acts or omissions that could foreseeably harm others.

The decision laid down the foundational principle for modern negligence law, emphasizing that "you must take reasonable care to avoid acts or omissions which you can reasonably foresee would be likely to injure your neighbor." This case is often cited as a pivotal moment in the development of consumer rights and the duty of care.