Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 2306

The injured party’s direct action against the insurer. Its subjection to the three-year limitation period. The basis thereof. Commencement of its period. From the time the unlawful act occurs. Applicability of the general rules concerning suspension and interruption of limitation to that action. - Damage arising from an unlawful act in respect of which criminal proceedings are brought against the insured or one of those for whom the insured is deemed responsible. Suspension of the limitation period for the injured party’s action against the insurer throughout the criminal trial and until a final judgment is rendered or the trial ends for another reason.