Denzil Is Blind

Denzil is blind.He was badly injured when he fell into a Telstra trench on the side of public footpath.Telstra workers had placed a rope barrier,neon lights and large warning sign around the trench.Denzil claims Telstra was negligent.Which of the following statements best sums up his legal rights?

A) Telstra is probably liable because it controlled the section of the footpath and Denzil had a special vulnerability.
B) Telstra is probably not liable because it satisfied a reasonable standard of care.
C) Telstra is probably liable but Denzil is likely to lose up to 70% of the damages awarded because he failed to go walking with a guide dog or helper.
D) Telstra is probably liable because it has a duty of care to the Australian public and its shareholders.