The bill amends section 28-01-17 of the North Dakota Century Code, which outlines civil actions that have a three-year limitation period for filing. 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 after the claim accrues.

The amendment introduces a new provision that allows for an action against an employer for injuries or death of an individual, excluding the owner or operator, that occurs during the operation of a commercial motor vehicle. This addition expands the scope of actions that fall under the three-year limitation, ensuring that individuals injured in such circumstances have a defined timeframe to seek legal recourse.

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