Question

The maxim 'volenti non fit injuria' applies ____________________.

• A. when one is compelled to do work despite his protest
• B. when one adopts a risky method of work under his own free will
• C. when one works under constant risk of life but during the accident he was not warned though he is aware of the risk
• D. both (a) and (c)

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

when one adopts a risky method of work under his own free will

Volenti non fit injuria, a common law doctrine, states that if someone willingly places themselves in a position where harm might result, knowing that some degree of harm might result, they will not be able to bring a claim against the other party in a tort. 'Volenti' is also known as "voluntary assumption of risk."