Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 2643

An action arising from management of another's affairs without mandate. Its lapse upon the expiration of three years from the day of knowledge that the right arose, or fifteen years from the day on which it arises. Article 278 of the Civil Code. What is meant by knowledge. Actual knowledge. Reason therefor. - Inferring the right-holder's knowledge of his right to restitution and determining its date. A matter of fact independently determined by the judge of merits under the supervision of the Court of Cassation. - The impediment suspending the running of prescription. A cause affecting the creditor that prevents him from judicially claiming his right in due time. It is immaterial whether the cause relates to the creditor personally or to external material or natural circumstances. Effect of a ruling of prescription: