Deadlines are important. They provide a sense of closure to an event and allow one to move on. Deadlines also prevent systems from being overloaded with backed-up, old, or late information. Therefore, the judicial system has deadlines.
If you are involved in an accident and would like to file a claim, you have a limited time frame in which to do so. The maximum of time you are permitted to file a claim is known as the statute of limitations, and it varies by state. A Minneapolis accident lawyer will be knowledgeable of the law in Minnesota and able to help you pursue your case in a timely manner consistent with the court’s regulations.
Statute of Limitations in Minnesota:
- Contracts: 6 years
- Fraud: 6 years
- Injury to Personal Property: 6 years
- Libel/Slander/Defamation: 2 years
- Personal Injury arising from negligent conduct: 6 years
- Personal Injury arising from intentional misconduct: 2 years
- Product Liability: 4 years
- Professional Malpractice: 4 years
If you fail to file a claim within the specified period, you may lose your right to ever file a claim. Therefore, it is important to consult an attorney immediately.
The statute of limitations generally begins right after the incident occurs. However, there are exceptions. The discovery rule allows for certain items which are not discovered till a later date. If a financial planner were to embezzle money, one might not find out about the damages for a significant amount of time. The statute of limitations is tolled for minors as well. They do not have to press charges till they turn 18.
If you have been injured, contact the Minneapolis personal injury lawyers of Terry, Slane & Ruohonen P.L.L.C. today by dialing 612-362-0000.
