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Ohio Personal Injury Statute of Limitations Calculator

Ohio gives most claims two years — but cuts that window in half for assault and medical malpractice. Pick your claim type below to see your actual deadline.

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When is your filing deadline?

Pick the type of claim and the date of the injury. We'll show the actual Ohio deadline, in plain terms.

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The general rule: two years, under ORC 2305.10

Under ORC § 2305.10(A), most lawsuits based on bodily injury, product liability, or damaged personal property must be filed within two years of accrual. Wrongful death claims carry the same two-year period, under ORC § 2125.02.

Two notable carve-outs: half the general time

Both assault and battery claims, and medical malpractice claims, get only one year — half the general rule. See our full guide to Ohio's discovery rule and tolling for exactly how these shorter periods work, along with a genuinely significant pending change for sexual assault survivors.

Minors and legal disability

Ohio tolls the clock for an injured minor until they turn 18, at which point the full relevant period begins running — so a child injured at age 10 generally has until age 20. A similar tolling rule applies when a legally disabled person suffers an injury.

Government vehicle accidents: a short notice requirement

If the at-fault vehicle was a government vehicle, additional steps and shorter deadlines can apply. See our full guide to Ohio government claim deadlines.

Ohio statute of limitations — frequently asked questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Ohio?

Two years from the date of injury for most claims, under ORC 2305.10(A), covering bodily injury, product liability, and personal property damage alike.

Is medical malpractice treated differently in Ohio?

Yes, and notably so. Medical malpractice claims generally get only one year under ORC 2305.113, half the general two-year rule, though this can be tolled while the patient-physician relationship continues.

Does assault get the same two-year deadline as other injuries in Ohio?

No. Assault and battery claims fall under ORC 2305.111(B), with a distinctly shorter one-year deadline, rather than the two years that applies to ordinary negligence-based injuries.

Is Ohio's wrongful death deadline also two years?

Yes, under ORC 2125.02, matching the general personal injury period.

What happens if I miss Ohio's filing deadline?

The court will almost always dismiss the case, and the right to seek compensation is lost permanently, regardless of how strong the underlying claim was.

Ohio personal injury tools & guides

Discovery Rule & TollingWhy assault and malpractice get half the general time Government Claim DeadlinesThe 180-day notice for government vehicle accidents What Happens If You Miss the DeadlineOhio's dismissal rule, and rare exceptions Ohio Comparative Negligence CalculatorOhio's 51% fault bar

This calculator provides an estimate for general guidance only and is not legal advice. Figures are based on Ohio statute (ORC § 2305.10, § 2305.111, § 2305.113, § 2125.02) verified per our methodology. Deadlines can vary based on the specific facts of a claim. Confirm your actual deadline with a licensed Ohio attorney before acting.