California statute of limitations
Time may be running out to initiate your personal injury claim
In most personal injury cases, you need to take legal action sooner rather than later. If you are injured in a car accident, you generally must initiate legal proceedings within two years from the date of the accident. The time you have to initiate litigation is spelled out in the California Statute of Limitations.
The statute of limitations law is complex and varies from state to state and sometimes from case to case. If you or someone you know was injured due to someone's negligence, you need an experienced California attorney to talk about the precise details of your case. You need a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer who puts people first. You need the Law Offices of Mickey Fine.
A closer look at the statute of limitations in California
The following are some general statute of limitations guidelines for California:
- Personal injury — 2 years from the date of the accident
- Injury to personal property — 3 years
- Defamation — 1 year
- Product liability (injuries due to defective products) — 2 years
Contact a lawyer today
California and other states have statute of limitations because with time, evidence can get lost, memories fade and people want to get on with their lives. Don't let too much time go by. Your rights may be affected. If you've been injured, take action today. Call a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer at (800) 576-3818. Your consultation is free and confidential. You don't pay unless you win.
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