Cann v Willson

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Cann v Willson
Citation(s)39 Ch D 39

Cann v Willson (1888) 39 Ch D 39, is an English tort law case, concerning negligent valuation.

Facts[edit]

A valuer instructed by a mortgagor sent his report to the mortgagee who made an advance in reliance on the valuation.

Judgment[edit]

The valuer was held liable in the tort of negligence to the mortgagee for failing to carry out the valuation with reasonable care and skill.

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