Personal Injury Statute of Limitations: How Long Do You Have to Claim?

If you’ve been in an accident, whether a car accident, truck accident, or a slip or fall at work, you could be entitled to compensation to cover your medical bills, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and more.

But did you know that there’s a time limit for making your claim?

If you fail to start your claim within the statute of limitations, you release the negligent party of all liability — whether that’s the driver who caused your auto accident, the manufacturer who designed a hazardous product, or the employer who failed to keep you safe at work.

However, the personal injury statute of limitations differs by state, so how long do you have to file your claim?