Legal Question in Personal Injury in Florida

Civil suit for 30 year old case?

Even though the statute of limitations has run out, (and my state will not prosecute on my behalf), can I bring a civil suit against someone after 30 years?


Asked on 10/12/07, 7:38 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: Civil suit for 30 year old case?

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In almost every circumstance, the answer is no. The statute of limitations limits the length of time in which any action must be brought and 30 years is well outside all codified limitations of actions for any civil actions in Florida.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 10/14/07, 3:54 pm
Alan Wagner Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.

Re: Civil suit for 30 year old case?

Only in extremely rare and extremely unlikely circumstances. Lawyers never like to say "never" or "impossible," but the question as posed probably comes as close to that as possible.

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Answered on 10/12/07, 8:40 am


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