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Liability Risk and Insurance

Limitation period starts from date of judgment

The two-year limitation period under section 10 of the Limitation Act 1980 for a tortfeasor who sought a contribution from a joint tortfeasor started to run from the date of the judgment or award on quantum, not the determination of liability.

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