Statute of Limitations on Injury Lawsuits in Florida

Statutes of limitations exist in order to protect defendants from having to defend themselves against old claims where evidence has aged and witness memories have faded. Last year, House Bill 837 changed the statue of limitations on injury cases from 4 years down to 2 years. This is why it is imperative to file your suit soon after the incident.

The wheels of the legal system move along at a slow but steady and grinding pace. Your case may get left behind if you do not act within the legal window to do so. It is advisable to contact an attorney who will act on your behalf during this process. You attorney will guide you every step of the way and perform all of the clerical work for you. If the case isn’t settled then your attorney will also represent you in court.

There were over a quarter million people injured in accidents in 2023 in the state of Florida alone. This is a massive number when you think about it. Filing your case and getting it into the pipeline as soon as possible is the best approach. Your attorney will help you gather the necessary information and evidence to file the case properly.

Injury attorneys typically don’t get paid unless you win your case. The motivation is there for your attorney to get you the best results possible and in a timely manner. You want an experienced attorney on your side during these trying times.

Wrongful death suits also have a 2 year statute of limitations. If someone close to your is now deceased because of the negligence of others, you can contact an attorney who specializes in wrongful death cases in Brevard County Florida. You can email or call us for a free consultation.

There is an exception to the two year rule. If a government entity harmed you then you have a three year period of time to file your case. This is the only exception and statutes of limitations are strictly upheld.

Types of Personal Injury Cases

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Boating Accidents

Our office serves all of Brevard County. We are located in the country seat here in the downtown area of Melbourne, Florida.