Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury and Property Damage Claims

When dealing with personal injury or property damage claims after an auto accident, understanding the statute of limitations in your state is crucial. The statute of limitations dictates the time frame within which you can legally file a claim. Missing this deadline may result in losing your right to seek compensation. Property damage claims often have different time limits compared to personal injury claims.

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Personal Injury Statute of Limitations by State

These limitations generally start from the date of the accident unless specified otherwise. Exceptions (*) may apply in cases such as delayed discovery of injury, minor status, disability, or claims against government entities.

• Alabama - 2* (Alabama Judiciary)

• Alaska - 2* (Alaska Court System)

• Arizona - 2* (Arizona Courts)

• Arkansas - 3 (Arkansas Judiciary)

• California - 2* (California Courts)

• Colorado - 3* (Colorado Courts)

• Connecticut - 2* (Connecticut Judicial Branch)

• Delaware - 2 (Delaware Courts)

• District of Columbia - 3 (DC Courts)

• Florida - 4 (Florida Courts)

• Georgia - 2* (Georgia Courts)

• Hawaii - 2 (Hawaii State Judiciary)

• Idaho - 2 (Idaho Courts)

• Illinois - 2 (Illinois Courts)

• Indiana - 2 (Indiana Courts)

• Iowa - 2 (Iowa Courts)

• Kansas - 2* (Kansas Courts)

• Kentucky - 1* (Kentucky Courts)

• Louisiana - 1 (Louisiana Supreme Court)

• Maine - 6 (Maine Courts)

• Maryland - 3* (Maryland Courts)

• Massachusetts - 3* (Massachusetts Courts)

• Michigan - 3* (Michigan Courts)

• Minnesota - 6* (Minnesota Courts)

• Mississippi - 3 (Mississippi Courts)

• Missouri - 5* (Missouri Courts)

• Montana - 3* (Montana Courts)

• Nebraska - 4 (Nebraska Judicial Branch)

• Nevada - 2* (Nevada Courts)

• New Hampshire - 3 (New Hampshire Courts)

• New Jersey - 2* (New Jersey Courts)

• New Mexico - 3 (New Mexico Courts)

• New York - 3 (New York Courts)

• North Carolina - 3 (North Carolina Courts)

• North Dakota - 6* (North Dakota Courts)

• Ohio - 2 (Ohio Courts)

• Oklahoma - 2* (Oklahoma Highway Patrol)

• Oregon - 2* (Oregon Courts)

• Pennsylvania - 2* (Pennsylvania Courts)

• Rhode Island - 3* (Rhode Island Courts)

• South Carolina - 3* (South Carolina Courts)

• South Dakota - 3* (South Dakota Courts)

• Tennessee - 1* (Tennessee Courts)

• Texas - 2 (Texas Courts)

• Utah - 4* (Utah Courts)

• Vermont - 3* (Vermont Courts)

• Virginia - 2* (Virginia Courts)

• Washington - 3 (Washington Courts)

• West Virginia - 2 (West Virginia Courts)

• Wisconsin - 3* (Wisconsin Courts)

• Wyoming - 4 (Wyoming Courts)

Why Understanding the Statute of Limitations is Important

Each state has different timelines for filing claims. Missing these deadlines can mean losing your ability to seek compensation. If you've been injured in an accident, seek medical attention immediately and consult with a personal injury attorney to ensure your rights are protected.

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