Personal Injury Statute of Limitations by State

How long you have to file a personal injury lawsuit varies dramatically by state — from one year to six, with separate, much shorter deadlines for suing a government entity. Pick a state below for the exact deadline, cited to the statute.

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What's in a statute of limitations estimate

Each state page below shows the actual filing deadline for a personal injury claim in that state, along with any shorter deadlines that apply to specific claim types — product liability, medical malpractice, and claims against a city or county, which commonly run on a much shorter clock than the general rule. Every figure is tied to a cited statute — see our methodology for how we verify each one.

Every state page provides an estimate for general guidance only and is not legal advice. Figures are based on cited state statutes, verified per our methodology. Confirm current deadlines with a licensed attorney in your state before acting.