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Georgia Statute of Limitations (Part A)

If you have been injured in Georgia because of someone else's negligence, you may be eligible for compensation in a personal injury claim. However, there is a time limit to file a Georgia personal injury claim. In legal terms, this time limit is known as the statute of limitations.

What is a statute of limitations?

A statute of limitations is a law that places a time limit on pursuing legal remedies after being the victim of wrongful conduct. Once this time limit expires, an injured person will have no right to claim damages in a claim or a lawsuit.

The Time Limits for Filing a Claim in Georgia

There are various statutes that apply to the time limits of civil actions in Georgia. For instance, the time limit to file a Georgia malpractice claim differs from the time limit to file a Georgia personal injury claim.

Some cases are particularly complex and may incorporate various aspects of personal injury law (for instance, medical malpractice and product liability). A Georgia personal injury attorney can help determine which statute of limitations applies in your case, and help you to file a claim within the specified amount of time.

The Time Limit to File a Georgia Personal Injury Claim

According to the state's statute of limitations, the time limit to file a Georgia personal injury claim is 2 years after the right of action begins. If the injuries to the victim involve a loss of consortium, the time limit to file a claim would be 4 years from the right of action.

Statutes of Limitations for a Georgia Product Liability Claim

If you are injured as the result of a defective product or a manufacturer's negligence, you have 2 years after the right of action in which to file a Georgia product liability claim. Keep in mind that these claims often involve multiple parties (manufacturer, designer, distributor, retailer, etc.) so it is especially important to initiate a Georgia product liability claim in a timely fashion.

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