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Time limits · GB

Claims in tort

The general limitation period for tort, other than personal injury and defamation.

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Period
6 years from when the cause of action accrued
Authority
Limitation Act 1980 s.2
Applies in
England & Wales
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Source

Source
Limitation Act 1980 s.2
Licence
Editorial — cites public law

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Status
Active
Country
GB
Reviewed
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Authority

Record type
Deadline rule
Domains
deadlines

Where this comes from

Licence
Editorial — cites public law
Reviewed
Pending