Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Amendment of Pleadings — Change of Nature of Claims — Not Permitted

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Amendments must not fundamentally alter the claim. The principle applies to all civil proceedings. The court will not allow a new cause of action. The rule preserves the original dispute. The opposing party must not be surprised. The principle is well-established.

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