Practice Problem – Prescription

Practice Question

Business Law
Litigation and Lawsuits
Prescription
MCQs

In Quebec, what is the general prescription period for initiating a breach of contract lawsuit?

Answer +
C
Step-by-step solutions +
In Quebec, the **general prescription period** (or limitation period) for initiating a **breach of contract lawsuit** is three years from the time the offense occurred.

This is outlined in the Civil Code of Québec (CCQ), which aims to ensure that claims are brought within a reasonable timeframe to maintain legal certainty and fairness.

Final Answer: C