peculiar risk doctrine
Definition
Legal principle that the owner of a property, where construction or repair work is being carried out, is liable for injuries caused to others by the work related operations, and not the contractor hired to carry out the work. It is the owner's duty to recognize the potential risks of the work and take precautions against them.
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