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What is the statute of limitations in a civil case?

April 26, 2017Case Civil limitations Statute

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What is the statute of limitations in a civil case?

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Generally, the statute of limitations in negligence cases is 3 years from the date the incident occurred. In wrongful death cases, however, the statute of limitations is 2 years. Because statutes of limitations may vary depending on the case and the jurisdiction, you should never assume a particular statute of limitations applies to your case without first discussing the details of your case with a lawyer. You should never wait until you are near the statute of limitations date before contacting a lawyer, as it will take time for an attorney to investigate the case and prepare a complaint.