Max visited a popular venue in town serving beers and delicious pizza with extensive outdoor areas that included a wooden patio and a vast lawn. The venue was crowded, and there were many people enjoying themselves. Max went inside the venue to buy some refreshments for him and his friends. When Max returned, he was carrying two pizza boxes and holding beers in both hands. As he walked towards Samantha and Brian, he stepped on an unmarked in-ground sprinkler and twisted his foot, resulting in a major sprain and a broken bone.

The sprinkler head was not easily visible as it was hidden in the grass and had no markings to indicate its presence. This was the first time such an incident had occurred. Max decides to sue the venue, alleging that his injuries resulted from the venue's negligence. Help Max by providing an analysis below.

1) Apply the principles of tort law to this situation. (Duty of care, standard of care, causation, damages)

(2) Apply any defences that the venue may have.

(3) In light of your analysis, suggest a result concerning Max's chances of success in suing the venue