Non-compliance with O 6 r 3 of the Rules of the Supreme Court 1971 (WA) (endorsing a statement of claim on a writ where fraud is alleged) is an irregularity that does not nullify the proceedings and may be cured under O 2. A court must exercise the discretion under O 2 r 1(2) by considering all relevant circumstances, including limitation consequences, before setting aside a writ for such non-compliance.
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