PDA

View Full Version : Canadian statute of limitations in civil court


habster
Mar 4, 2010, 01:14 PM
Hi,I would like to know.If you were convicted of assault causing bodily harm.Is there a statue of limitations on when the person assaulted can sue you in civil court for his injuries...

JudyKayTee
Mar 4, 2010, 01:47 PM
Depends on how the lawsuit is intended and worded:

General statute of limitations deadlines for some civil claims:

Negligence/personal injury 1 to 2 years; Intentional injury 1 to 6 years.

Which Province?

habster
Mar 4, 2010, 02:07 PM
Depends on how the lawsuit is intended and worded:

general statute of limitations deadlines for some civil claims:

Negligence/personal injury 1 to 2 years; Intentional injury 1 to 6 years.

Which Province?

Nova Scotia