How long do you have to file civil lawsuit after an incident?
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How long do you have to file civil lawsuit after an incident?
Asked on January 13, 2016 under Personal Injury, Indiana
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
In your state, for personal injury (such as from an auto accident, assault, or a sidewalk slip and fall), you can file the lawsuit up to four (4) years after the incident. Of course, it's a better idea to *not* wait until the last moment, because you don't want some unexpected delay to cause you to miss your windo to sue.
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