Heaven v Pender (1883) established that a duty of care arises when one party supplies goods or services that could foreseeably cause harm if not handled with ordinary care. This decision broadened the scope of negligence law, emphasising responsibility for preventing injury through reasonable care.
Duty of Care Principle: The case established that a duty of care exists when one party supplies goods or services that could foreseeably cause harm if not properly handled, even without a direct contractual relationship.
