General Rule for Statute of Limitations in California in Personal Injury cases
For most personal injury claims, you have a two year statute of limitations from the date of injury to file a lawsuit.
Minor's Exception to California's 2 Year Statute of Limitations in Personal Injury Cases
A minor has until their 20th birthday to file a lawsuit related to injuries sustained before turning 18.
Delayed Discovery Exception to California's 2 Year Statute of Limitations in Personal Injury Cases
This exception postpones the start of the limitations period until the injured person discovers, or reasonably should have discovered, the negligent cause of his or her injuries.
Statute of Limitations in Medical Malpractice Cases in California
The time limitation to file a medical malpractice claim is one year from the date of discovery of the injury or three years from the date the injury occurred, whichever comes first.
Statute of Limitations for Negligence Against the Government
You must first submit an administrative claim within 6 months of the injury. The government then has 45 days to respond. If they deny your claim, you have 6 months from the denial date to file a lawsuit. If there is no response, you have 2 years from the injury date to sue.
