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A statute of limitations is the maximum amount of time after an accident that legal action can be initiated. In the state of Texas, the personal injury statute of limitations is two years. That means you have no more than two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit against the person or entity responsible for your injury.
If you miss the deadline to file a lawsuit with the court, you will lose your right to seek any compensation for this incident. That’s why it is crucial to be aware of the statute of limitations and to take swift action if you’ve been hurt.
Do not let any more time pass without speaking to a personal injury attorney about your accident. Contact the Law Offices of Michael J. Gopin, PLLC, today for a free consultation. We can evaluate your case, explain the time limits that apply, and get to work immediately.
Statutes of limitations are intended to make the justice system fair and to ensure efficiency within the court system. Statutes of limitations are essential due to:
If you’ve been hurt due to someone else’s carelessness, recklessness, or an intentional act, there is a limited time to take legal action. Below are the statutes of limitations for civil claims in Texas:
Personal Injury: 2 years
Wrongful Death: 2 years
Property Damage: 2 years
Product Liability: 2 years (or 15 years from when the product was sold)
Medical Malpractice: 2 years
There are some exceptions to the Texas personal injury statute of limitations. Three common scenarios can put a hold on the countdown to the deadline, giving you additional time to file a lawsuit. The three situations that can extend a statute of limitations deadline are:
Generally speaking, when the deadline to file a lawsuit in a personal injury claim in Texas passes, you lose your opportunity to seek monetary compensation from the individual responsible for your injury.
Remember: Time is of the essence in a personal injury claim. Although two years may seem like a long time, your attorney will need to do a lot of work to prepare a strong case for compensation. Your lawyer will need to conduct a thorough investigation of your accident and document the full extent of your losses. The sooner this legal work begins, the better.
In Texas, the statute of limitations for a car accident case is two years. If you become injured in a car accident and there’s proof that the other driver caused it, you can file a lawsuit against the at-fault party for compensation. You will have two years from the date of the car accident to file a lawsuit against the driver. If the statute of limitations runs out, you will lose all rights to bring legal action against them.
Texas is considered a “fault” state, which means an injured individual may file a personal injury claim or lawsuit against the at-fault driver. In most cases, you would be eligible to seek compensation from the at-fault driver’s insurance policy.
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Accidents can happen in a number of different ways. If you or a loved one has been hurt in an accident that was not your fault, you should speak to a personal injury lawyer in El Paso, Texas as soon as possible. Contact our law office today to set up a free consultation.
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