Statute of Limitations

What is a Statute of Limitations?

A statute of limitations is the time limit to resolve a claim or file a case. Different types of claims have different time limits. Also, statutes of limitation vary from state to state.

Which Statute of Limitations applies to my claim?

Different types of claims have different time limits. This is an incredibly important date to know, and it often requires an attorney to make a detailed and factual analysis of your circumstances to determine which statute of limitations applies. For example, in Colorado, an auto crash has a different statute of limitations than a premises liability claim. But if an auto crash results in death, then it becomes a Wrongful Death claim, which has a shorter statute of limitations.

What happens if I don’t resolve my claim or file a lawsuit before the statute of limitations deadline?

If you do not settle your claim or file the case in court by the statute of limitations, then the claim expires and you are completely barred from making it.

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