The time limit is set by your state’s statute of limitations, typically between one and three years after the injury occurs.
Preserve evidence, witness testimony, and your right to compensation.
You might have a case if you were injured because of someone else’s negligence or wrongful actions. A personal injury attorney can evaluate your situation and determine if you have a valid claim.
Manufacturers and sellers can be held liable for injuries caused by dangerous or defective products under product liability law.
Government claims usually require faster notice deadlines and limited damages under sovereign immunity laws.
Failure to meet filing requirements can bar your claim entirely.
Each type of personal injury case has a specific time limit for filing. These deadlines vary by claim type and state law.
When a person dies due to someone else’s negligence, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit seeking damages for lost income, funeral expenses, and emotional loss.
Lawyers determine if your case is strong and what it’s worth.
Experienced attorneys handle communications and maximize settlements.
If needed, they take your case to court to fight for compensation.
In addition to physical injuries, personal injury law allows victims to recover damages for emotional suffering, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Structured settlements provide payments over time, while lump sums pay all at once. Each has pros and cons depending on your financial needs and future plans.