Jason has brought a claim in negligence against his former e…
Jason has brought a claim in negligence against his former employer Vanguard Appliances Limited (“Vanguard”). Jason worked in Vanguard’s warehouse, stacking appliances onto trucks. During his employment, Jason was deliberately injured by another warehouseman, Vince, who drove a forklift truck into him, causing serious injuries to his leg and torso. Following a police investigation, Vince was prosecuted for assault in the Crown Court, was convicted, and was given a 2-year custodial sentence. Jason has been unable to work since the accident and has consequently brought this claim against Vanguard only, as Vince died shortly after receiving his custodial sentence. Which of the following correctly states the position in respect of the admissibility of Vince’s conviction and the use that the Court will make of it?
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