Section 40 — Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW)

Application of Part

(1) This Part applies to civil liability in tort.
(2) This Part extends to any such liability even if the damages are sought in an action for breach of contract or any other action.
(3) This Part does not apply to civil liability that is excluded from the operation of this Part by section 3B.

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Related sections

s 37 — Subsequent actions
s 38 — Joining non-party concurrent wrongdoer in the action
s 39 — Application of Part
s 41 — Definitions
s 42 — Principles concerning resources, responsibilities etc of public or other authorities
s 43 — Proceedings against public or other authorities based on breach of statutory duty

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