Statute of Limitations for Filing

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A Statute of Limitations is a law that limits the amount of time you have to file a legal claim. 

If you were injured as a result of someone else’s negligence you must file a personal injury claim within your state’s statute of limitations to protect your rights. If you miss the deadline to file, the negligent party can argue the statute of limitations as a defense to liability. 

If you suffer personal injury from an accident, you must file your lawsuit before the Statute of Limitations applicable deadline passes otherwise your claim will be forever barred. 

It is of the utmost importance that if you have suffered a personal injury and believe someone else is responsible for causing that injury, you immediately consult with an attorney for a free case consultation by calling 866.757.6949.

The specific time limitation will depend on the type of injury and the circumstances. As a general rule, a personal injury lawsuit must be filed within one year of the date the injury occurred. In some states, new laws have extended the deadline for filing to two years. However, under some circumstances, you must take action in less than a year.

For example, if you believe a governmental entity is responsible for causing your injury, you must file a claim within six months. Similarly, there are other and shortened time limitations if you need to sue a doctor for medical malpractice.

If you wait until near the end of the period to file a claim or lawsuit, your attorney may not have enough time left before the deadline to help you. If you have suffered a personal injury, it is essential that you immediately consult with a Lawyer. 

Alabama - 2 Years
 

Alabama Statutes Section 6-2-38(l)
 

Alaska - 2 Years
 

Alaska Statutes Section 09.10.070
 

Arizona - 2 Years
 

Arizona Statutes Section 12-542
 

Arkansas - 3 Years
 

Arkansas Statutes Section 16-56-105
 

California - 2 Years
 

California Statutes Section 335.1
 

Colorado - 3 Years
 

Colorado Statutes Sections 13-80-101 (1) (n) (1) and 13-80-102
 

Connecticut - 2 Years
 

Connecticut Statutes Annotated Section 52-584
 

Delaware - 2 Years
 

Delaware Statutes Code Section 8119
 

Florida - 4 Years
 

Florida Statutes Section 95.11(3)(a)
 

Georgia - 2 Years
 

Georgia Statutes Annotated Section 9-3-33
 

Hawaii - 2 Years
 

Hawaii Statutes Section 657-7
 

Idaho - 2 Years
 

Idaho Statutes Code Section 5-219 (4)
 

Illinois - 2 Years
 

Illinois Section 13-202 (735 ILCS 5/13-202)
 

Indiana - 2 Years
 

Indiana Statutes Section 34-11-2-4
 

Iowa - 2 Years
 

Iowa Statutes Code Section 614.1(2)
 

Kansas - 2 Years
 

Kansas Statutes Annotated Section 60-513
 

Kentucky - 2 Years
 

Kentucky Statutes Section 413.140(1) and Section   304.39-230(6)
 

Louisiana - 1 Year
 

Louisiana Statutes Annotated Civil Code Article 3492
 

Maine - 6 Years
 

Maine Statutes Annotated Title 14, Section 753
 

Maryland - 3 Years
 

Maryland Statutes Article Section 5-101
 

Massachusetts - 3 Years
 

Massachusetts Statutes Chapter 260, Section 2A
 

Michigan - 3 Years
 

Michigan Statutes Section 600.5805 and Section   500.3145
 

Minnesota - 6 Years
 

Minnesota Statutes Annotated Section 541.05(1)(5)
 

Mississippi - 2 Years
 

Mississippi Statutes Annotated Section 15-1-49
 

Missouri - 5 Years
 

Missouri Statutes Section 516.120 (4)
 

Montana - 3 Years
 

Montana Statutes Section 27-2-204
 

Nebraska - 4 Years
 

Nebraska Statutes Section 25-207
 

Nevada - 2 Years
 

Nevada Statutes Section 11.190 (4) (e)
 

New Hampshire - 2 Years
 

New Hampshire Statutes Annotated Section 508:4 (I)
 

New Jersey - 2 Years
 

New Jersey Statutes Annotated Section 2A:14-2
 

New Mexico - 3 Years
 

New Mexico Statutes Annotated Section 37-1-8
 

New York - 3 Years
 

New York Statutes Law & Rules Section 214
 

North Carolina - 3 Years
 

North Carolina Statutes Annotated Section 1-52
 

North Dakota -6 Years
 

North Dakota Statutes Code Section 28-01-16
 

Ohio - 2 Years
 

Ohio Statutes Code Section 2305.10 (A)
 

Oklahoma - 2 Years
 

Oklahoma Statutes Annotated Title 12, Section 95
 

Oregon - 2 Years
 

Oregon Statutes Section 12.110 (1)
 

Pennsylvania - 2 Years
 

Pennsylvania Statutes Code Section 5524 (7)
 

Rhode Island - 2 Years
 

Rhode Island Statutes Laws Section 9-1-14 (b)
 

South Carolina - 2 Years
 

South Carolina Statutes Laws Section 15-3-530
 

South Dakota -3 Years
 

South Dakota Statutes Section 15-2-14
 

Tennessee - 2 Years
 

Tennessee Statutes Section 28-3-104 (a) (1) (A)
 

Texas - 2 Years
 

Texas Statutes Code Section 16.003
 

Utah - 4 Years
 

Utah Code Section 78B-2-307
 

Vermont - 2 Years
 

Vermont Statutes Title 12, Section 512 (4)
 

Virginia - 2 Years
 

Virginia Statutes Section 8.01-243 (A)
 

Washington - 3 Years
 

Washington Statutes Section 4.16.080 (2)
 

West Virginia - 2 Years
 

West Virginia Statutes Section 55-2-12
 

Wisconsin - 2 Years
 

Wisconsin Statutes Section 893.54 (1m) (a)
 

Wyoming - 2 Years
 

Wyoming Statutes Section 1-3-105 (a)

Our experienced injury law firms will help you determine what legal action is available to get you the maximum compensation you deserve. 

After an accident, your recovery is a top priority. Your financial obligations, however, will continue to pile up. Bills and other every day expenses can cause additional stress to an overwhelming financial hardship. Filing a personal injury lawsuit can help you pay for these costs, as well as compensate you for your pain and suffering.

Let our expert personal injury attorneys handle your legal issues while you focus on healing. Call (866) 757-6949 to schedule your free initial consultation today.

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