New Jersey has laws called statutes of limitations which restrict the length of time an individual has to bring a lawsuit to court. Such limitations are put into place to protect the defendant. These measures ensure cases are brought to court within a reasonable amount of time, prevent evidence from being lost over time and stops dormant, frivolous lawsuits from being filed. New Jersey statutes put a general two-year statute of limitation on personal injury cases. Minors that suffered personal injury in New Jersey maintain the right to file a lawsuit within two years of their 18th birthday.
The moment that the incident occurs is considered the “cause of action” by courts, and it is often the point in which your statutes of limitations period begins. In certain cases such as medical malpractice, the cause of action would be determined as the time in which the plaintiff should have reasonably known that malpractice occurred. Some circumstances can lengthen the time period for a person to bring a claim to court like when the injury is not immediately obvious and isn’t discovered until later in life. It’s important to consult with an attorney about New Jersey’s statute of limitations on your personal injury case. If you wait too long to pursue compensation, then you may lose the legal right to have your case heard in court.
CourtLaw’s unparalleled team of legal experts have over forty years of experience pursuing personal injury cases in New Jersey’s courts. We can represent you in the event of a motor vehicle accident, slip and fall, catastrophic injury, worker’s compensation case or other personal injury claims. If you have questions regarding our state’s statutes of limitations on your claim, then we can provide the answers and legal counsel you need.
Did you or a loved one sustain serious injuries due to an accident in New Jersey? Don’t let the medical bills pile up while you wait for the negligent party or their insurance company to do the right thing. Right now, you need an aggressive personal injury attorney on your side, fighting to get you the compensation you need, want, and deserve. The skilled injury attorneys at CourtLaw NJ Personal Injury Lawyers represent clients injured in accidents in Perth Amboy, Jersey City, New Brunswick, Roselle, East Orange, and throughout New Jersey. Call 732-442-5900 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a free consultation about your case. We have an office conveniently located at 163 Market Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 as well as offices in Jersey City, New Brunswick, Roselle, and East Orange.
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