limitation period

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Definition of limitation period in English English dictionary

"The period within which a person who has a right to claim against another person must start court proceedings to establish that right The expiry of the period may be a defence to the claim " (Civil Justice Rules)

The time period specified by legislation for commencing legal action

The period of time during which court proceedings must be commenced against your opponent For Personal injury and clinical negligence claims the limitation period is usually 3 years from the date of the negligent act PERSONAL INJURY

Hyphenation

li·mi·ta·tion pe·ri·od

Turkish pronunciation

lîmîteyşın pîriıd

Pronunciation

/ˌləməˈtāsʜən ˈpərēəd/ /ˌlɪmɪˈteɪʃən ˈpɪriːəd/