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Limitation Bill 2005 and Limitation Legislation Amendment and Repeal Bill 2005

Legislation Committee· 15 September 2005general_report

This WA parliamentary committee report analyses the Limitation Bill 2005 and related legislation, focusing on changes to limitation periods for legal actions. It examines issues raised in submissions and debates, including retrospectivity, definitions, and potential impacts on personal injury claims, especially those related to childbirth and asbestos exposure. The report recommends amendments to clarify and modernise the legislation.

Impact

The changes affect individuals seeking compensation for personal injuries, particularly those with latent conditions or injuries sustained during childbirth. Legal professionals and the medical sector are also affected by the proposed changes to limitation periods.

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