17A

17A

17A

Trial (except with a jury) of proceedings in the Common Law Division on a claim in which—

(a) damages are claimed in respect of the death of or personal injuries to any person,

(b) damages are claimed in respect of damage to property and—

(i) the proceedings include a claim in respect of the death of or personal injuries to any person, and

(ii) if separate proceedings were brought in respect of—

(A) the claim referred to in subparagraph (i), and

(B) the claim in respect of damage to property,

some common question of fact would arise in both claims, or

(c) contribution is claimed under Part III of the Law Reform (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1946 in respect of damages of the nature referred to in paragraph (a) or (b).