Tort

Question 1

A claim in trespass must be brought within how many years from the date on which the cause of action acrued?

Answer 1

6 years

Question 2

If a landlord retains the licence to a property can they be held liable as an occupier for occupier’s liability?

Answer 2

Yes, landlord’s remain liable even if the property is granted to someone else via a licence.

Question 3

Under the Consumer Protection Act 1987 what is the minimum cost of damage to property for a claim to be brought?

Answer 3

More than £275 excluding interest

Question 4

Under the Consumer Protection Act 1987, are losses suffered by businesses likely to be recoverable?

Answer 4

No, claims for damage to property can only be brought for properties intended for private use / occupation / consumption

Question 5

Who are liable for defective products?

Answer 5

Producer, persons who put their name on the product and importers who have imported the product from a place outside the UK

Question 6

A claim in defective products must be brought within how many years of injury/damage; or when the claimant became aware or should have become aware of the damage?

Answer 6

3 years

Question 7

What is the long stop date on defective products?

Answer 7

10 years after the product was put in circulation

Question 8

How long does a claimant have to bring a claim in negligence for something other than personal injury?

Answer 8

6 years

Question 9

How long does a claimant have to bring a claim in negligence for personal injury?

Answer 9

3 years