If I was in a car accident almost 6 1/2 years ago, what is the time limitation for me being sued for personal injuries?

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If I was in a car accident almost 6 1/2 years ago, what is the time limitation for me being sued for personal injuries?

The papers weren’t filed until almost 3 1/2 years ado. From what I’ve read online it is 2 years to file a claim.

Asked on May 18, 2012 under Accident Law, Colorado

Answers:

S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Although the statute of limitations in Colorado in a personal injury case is two years, Colorado has a three year statute of limitations for a personal injury claim from a motor vehicle accident.  This means the lawsuit in an auto accident personal injury case must be filed within three years of the date of the accident.  The lawsuit filed against you may have been filed in time to meet the three year statute of limitations.


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