If I had an accident 7 months ago, is it too late to have a case with the driver who hit me from behind?
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If I had an accident 7 months ago, is it too late to have a case with the driver who hit me from behind?
Asked on January 14, 2016 under Accident Law, North Carolina
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
The time within which you must sue is defined by the "statute of limitations," which varies by type of claim and by state. In your state, for a personal injury claim, the statute of limitations is three years, so you are well within time (at seven months) to take legal action.
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