Legal Question in Personal Injury in California
How long can someone wait to file A pain and suffering lawsuit?
Asked on 4/17/12, 1:41 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Rob Reed
Law Office of Robert A. Reed
In California, if the defendant is not a governmental entity, you have two years from the date of the occurrence to sue for bodily injuries resulting from the negligence of the defendant. If it was a government entity, you have 6 months from the date of occurrence to file a special government claim.
Answered on 4/17/12, 1:47 pm
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
2 year statute of limitations on any personal injury and 6 months against any govt agency. There is no such thing as a 'pain and suffering' lawsuit. You sue on a provable injury cause of action, and seek recovery of damages, including general damages [sometimes improperly referred to as 'pain and suffering' ].
Answered on 4/17/12, 2:36 pm