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What is the time limit for bringing an accident and injury claim?
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The law on time limits for accidents and injury claims is complicated – we prefer to give you specific advice which you may get if you choose use our free initial assessment and talk to one of our legal experts.
However the general rule is that for adults you have three years from the date of the injury to have either settled the claim or started court proceedings.
This differs if;
- It is an injury in connection with an assault or travel by air or sea – the deadline is two years
- It is an accident abroad the ‘local’ laws apply - which can be as little as six months
- Children are involved, it is often different - their deadline can be extended until their 21st birthday
- Exceptional circumstances apply – in some very limited circumstances the time limit can be extended by the court
The best advice is the sooner you take legal advice the clearer you are on your unique situation.
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