Limitation periods

Question 2

What is the limitation period for a simple contract claim?

Answer 2

A claim under a simple contract must be brought within 6 years.

Question 3

When does the limitation period for a contract claim start?

Answer 3

It runs from the accrual date (when the breach occurs).

Question 4

What is the limitation period for a contract by deed?

Answer 4

A claim under a contract by deed must be brought within 12 years.

Question 5

What is the limitation period for a tort claim?

Answer 5

A claim under tort must be brought within 6 years from the time the action accrued.

Question 6

When does the limitation period for a tort claim start if not readily apparent?

Answer 6

It starts 6 years from when the claimant gained knowledge of the tort.

Question 7

What is the limitation period for personal injury claims?

Answer 7

The limitation period is 3 years from accrual or knowledge of the injury.

Question 8

What if the victim of a tort dies within 3 years of accrual?

Answer 8

The limitation period is 3 years from the date of death or from when the deceased’s personal representative gained knowledge of the tort.