Public Liability
Civil Liability Act overview for NSW injury claims
A high-level overview of NSW civil liability concepts used in many public liability and negligence claims.
What the Act covers at a high level
The Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW) sets out key principles for many negligence claims in NSW, including how duty, breach, and damages are assessed.
Not every injury is compensable
An accident alone does not prove liability. Claimants generally need to show that a duty was owed, that it was breached, and that the breach caused recoverable damage.
Time limits
Limitation periods commonly apply to personal injury claims. Act sooner rather than later if you think you may have a claim.
This page is general information only about NSW personal injury pathways. It is not professional legal advice.
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