My car accident was on Feb 10 2019, do i still have time to sue?
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My car accident was on Feb 10 2019, do i still have time to sue?
I was the driver and got hit on the front left
side. I have undergone several procedures and
doimg physical therapy since Feb 11 2019. I
have yet to find an attorney that will take my
case.
Asked on September 13, 2019 under Accident Law, New York
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
The statute of limitations in NY for filing a lawsuit in a personal injury case is three years. This means you have three years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit for negligence against the at-fault party.
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