Principle

CONTRACT LAW β€” Breach of Contract β€” Accrual of Cause of Action β€” Time of Breach

Area of law
CONTRACT LAW
Court
Supreme Court

In breach of contract claims, the cause of action arises immediately upon the breach, not when the claimant subsequently suffers damage. The limitation period therefore commences from the date of breach, regardless of when loss becomes ascertainable. This rule prevents claimants from indefinitely delaying action…

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