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Actions for compensation for damages
Droit Immobilier

Actions for compensation for damages

📅 Decision of 18 December 1996🔄 Updated on 13 October 2026⚖️ Cour de cassation👁️ 22 views📖 2 min read

Claims for compensation for damage caused to crops by game are time-barred after 6 months from the day the damage was committed. Consequently, a judgment that finds that the claim for compensation was brought within a short period without specifying the date on which the damage was committed does not justify its decision.

Reference decision: cc • No. 94-20.262 • 1996-12-18 • View decision →

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it means for you.

The situation

Claims for compensation for damage caused to crops by game are time-barred after 6 months from the day the damage was committed. Consequently, a judgment that finds that the claim for compensation was brought within a short period without specifying the date on which the damage was committed does not justify its decision.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

  • Strictly observe the legal time limits for bringing claims
  • Keep all your supporting documents (deeds, instruments, correspondence)
  • Be proactive: preventive advice is always less expensive than litigation

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Legal information

  • Number: 94-20.262
  • Court: Cour de cassation
  • Decision of: 18 December 1996

Keywords

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