Legal Procedures

Statute of Limitations

A law that sets the maximum time after an event within which legal proceedings may be initiated.

In Personal Injury Cases

In California, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is 2 years from the date of injury. Missing this deadline typically bars you from filing a lawsuit, regardless of the merits of your case.

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Related Legal Terms

Tolling

The legal pausing or suspension of the statute of limitations period.

Discovery Rule

A rule that delays the start of the statute of limitations until the plaintiff discovers or should have discovered their injury.

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