Problems with Omissions

Problems with the 6 situations

• 'neighbour' principle too vague - D may not realise V is his neighbour. 
• Too many statutory duties mean D may be unaware of the existence of a duty to act - this is unfair.
• Unfair to expect someone under a contractual duty to act especially where their own lives may be at risk
• Relationship duty seems fair. But could there be any situation in which D should be relieved of a duty to act, Smith?
• Harsh that someone who takes on a duty voluntarily could be guilty of an omission. But if the adult is vulnerable, in Stone and Dobinson, they should aim to ensure they're…