After sustaining an injury due to another party’s negligence, you can file a lawsuit to seek compensation for your damages. But, like many legal cases, a statute of limitations applies. Keep reading to learn how long you have to file a personal injury claim in Florida, along with other factors to keep in mind as you file.
What’s the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims in Florida?
The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Florida is currently two years from the date of the incident. This means that you have two years to file a lawsuit.
It’s important to note that the statute of limitations for personal injury claims changed on March 24, 2023. On this date, Governor Ron DeSantis signed H.B. 837 into law, reducing the statute of limitations in negligence cases from four years to two years (for claims accruing after March 24, 2023). Continue reading “How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Florida?”