Halimah is training for a triathlon. The event will take place in local farmland owned by Tom Hopkins and will incorporate an open-water swim in the River Nine. The gate to the river entrance is padlocked, but it is only waist high and Halimah climbs over it. Upon diving into the river, Halimah cuts her leg on a tree branch that has snapped off an overhanging tree which is submerged underwater. Her expensive triathlon suit is also ripped. 

Discuss the claims in tort that Halimah may be able to make using case law to support your answer.

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Halimahs situation involves several potential claims in tort which is an area of law dealing with civil wrongs resulting in harm or injury In her case there are a few possible claims she may be able t... View the full answer