Limitation period Definition

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What does Limitation period mean?

The time period during which court action must begin.

In England and Wales, the limitation period for an action on a simple contract is six years from the date the cause of action accrued; for an action on a specialty (deed) the period is twelve years. For personal injury claims, the limitation period is three years.

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The time period during which court action must begin.

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