Court: |
East of England |
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Facts: |
Keeble has a decoy pond, which is a source of income for
him in the area of hunting sport. Hickeringill discharges
guns, driving away the wild fowl. |
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Posture: |
Appeal from trial court. |
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Issue: |
Is scaring ducks a cause of action? |
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Holding: |
Yes. Affirmed. |
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Rule: |
When you interfere with a business, that's a cause of
action. |
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Reasoning: |
If you have property, you can use it for pleasure and profit.
If you hinder that business, you're infringing on one of
those rights, even if no damage is done. |
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Dicta: |
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