The bill amends section 28-01-17 of the North Dakota Century Code, which outlines civil actions that are subject to a three-year statute of limitations. The existing provisions specify that actions against a sheriff or coroner, actions for penalties or forfeitures, and actions for the foreclosure of construction liens must be initiated within three years of the claim accruing. The amendment introduces a new provision that expands the scope of actions subject to this three-year limitation by including actions against an employer for an injury to or the death of an individual, other than the owner or operator, occurring during the operation of a commercial motor vehicle. This addition aims to clarify the timeframe in which individuals can seek legal recourse for specific injuries related to commercial vehicle operations.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 39-21-41.4
Adopted by the Senate Judiciary Committee: 28-01-17
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 28-01-17