SSKB Resources
Understanding the legal time limits for filing a lawsuit is crucial to protecting your rights. Our New York Statutes of Limitations Guide provides an in-depth overview of the timeframes for various types of cases, including personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and more. This guide ensures you are fully informed about the deadlines that apply to your claim, so you don’t miss the opportunity to seek the justice you deserve.
Explore additional resources below to gain deeper insights into the legal process, understand your options, and prepare for your case with confidence.
CASE TYPE | STATUTE | THE LAW |
Assault/Battery | 1 year from act (Civil); 2 or 5 years depending on the facts (Criminal) |
CPLR 215(3);Crim. Proc. 30.10(2)(b) or ( c)
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Car Accidents | 3 years from date of accident | |
Child Sex Abuse | Most cases until victim turns 55 (Civil) or turns 28 (Criminal) | |
False Imprisonment | 1 year (Civil) | |
Medical Malpractice |
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New York City & New York State | 90 days to give notice; 1 year and 90 days | |
Other Negligence Resulting in Personal Injury | ||
Product Liability | 3 years from date of accident | |
Property Damage | 3 years | |
Rape | No time limit | |
Slip & Fall | 3 years from date of accident | |
Wrongful Death | 2 years from death |
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