Are you hurt in New Jersey? You’ve got 2 years to take legal action – that’s the law. Start counting from the day you got injured. Miss this deadline and you’re probably out of luck.
Important stuff you need to know:
Sometimes you don’t notice you’re hurt right away. No problem. The clock starts ticking when you first realize (or should have realized) something was wrong. That makes sense, right?
Special protection for kids and folks who aren’t mentally able to handle their own affairs: If you’re under 18 or mentally incapacitated, don’t panic about the deadline. Time doesn’t start counting until you turn 18 or get better.
Heads up – suing the government is different:
If a government agency caused your injury, you’ve got to move fast. Like, fast. You only have 90 days to tell them you’re planning to sue. Then you have to cool your heels for 6 months before you can file the lawsuit.
The bottom line? Don’t sit on your rights. Once time runs out, you’re toast – legally speaking. No do-overs, no exceptions.
