Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

2 Year Stature of Limitation Extension.

I was in an accident in December of 09. I am in California and and I know that I have two years two settle with the insurance company. It looks like it might go over the two year mark and I do not want to run out of time. Is there a form I can submit for an extension if need be.

Thanks


Asked on 11/22/10, 12:22 pm

5 Answers from Attorneys

There is no such form. You would need a written agreement with the insurance company AND their insured to waive the limitations period in exchange for you agreeing not to file suit before a certain date (which would be well before the extension, of course).

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Answered on 11/27/10, 12:31 pm
Steven Kuhn Steven Kuhn

The other answer is correct. It is highly unlikely the insurance company will extend the statute. You should contact an experienced personal injury attorney and have them assist you in filing a timely lawsuit.

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Answered on 11/27/10, 2:57 pm
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

They won't settle with you and they won't extend the time. Get a lawyer before the clock runs out and they laugh at you.

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Answered on 11/27/10, 5:09 pm
Norman Gregory Fernandez, Esq. The Law Offices of Norman Gregory Fernandez & Associates

NO!

My firm handles car accident cases all over the State of California. You may call me for a free consultation at 800-816-1529 x. 1.

My website is located at www.thepersonalinjury.com .

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Answered on 11/28/10, 10:14 pm
Robert Worth Robert J. Worth , Professional Law Corporation

The insurance co. Hopes you don't protect the two year statute. They won't extend. I worked for one of the big ones and I know how they think. Don't hope for what won't happen. You should consult an attorney to protect your rights. I hope this helps. Bob (818) 222-2433

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Answered on 11/29/10, 7:50 am


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