Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Cause of Action — Accrual Upon Discovery of Default

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Where default is not immediately apparent, cause of action accrues upon discovery of the default. The principle applies to civil procedure and limitation of actions. The rule protects plaintiffs who could not reasonably know of the breach earlier. Discovery triggers the right to sue. The…

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