Latent Damage Act 1986
Wyles, R.
Latent Damage Act 1986 - 1986 - House Builder 45 (10) October 1986, 32-34 (2) .
Briefly discusses the controversial decision Pirelli General Cable Works Ltd v Oscar Faber and Partners (See Abstract 30748) in which it was held that the limitation period starts running against the plaintiff from the date the damage occurs, even though he is unaware at that date that any damage has occured, which brought about the new latent damage legislation and goes on to review the provisions of the 1986 Act and its implications for the building industry.
BUILDING FAILURES
LIABILITY
NEGLIGENCE
Latent Damage Act 1986 - 1986 - House Builder 45 (10) October 1986, 32-34 (2) .
Briefly discusses the controversial decision Pirelli General Cable Works Ltd v Oscar Faber and Partners (See Abstract 30748) in which it was held that the limitation period starts running against the plaintiff from the date the damage occurs, even though he is unaware at that date that any damage has occured, which brought about the new latent damage legislation and goes on to review the provisions of the 1986 Act and its implications for the building industry.
BUILDING FAILURES
LIABILITY
NEGLIGENCE