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Statute of Limitations refers to a statute that sets the time period during which a legal claim can be brought. Most statute of limitations laws require individuals to sue at some point during a set period... more +
Statute of Limitations refers to a statute that sets the time period during which a legal claim can be brought. Most statute of limitations laws require individuals to sue at some point during a set period usually commencing from the date of the wrong or injury or the discovery of the wrong or injury. Except for under a limited set of circumstances, if an individual does not file a suit within the specified time period, the law bars them from ever suing on that claim. less -
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Appellate Court Denies Late Notice of Claim in Mass Transit Injury Case for Lack of Extraordinary Circumstances

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Hutchins v. NJ Transit Corp. and the State of NJ, 2025 WL 18154 (App. Div. Jan. 2, 2025) - In an encouraging adherence to procedural rules, a New Jersey appellate court denied an application to file a late notice of claim...more

Maison Law

Why You Shouldn't Wait to File a Personal Injury Claim after a California Car Accident

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Speeding, distracted or drunk driving, and other kinds of negligence frequently lead to catastrophic car crashes in California. In fact, in 2024 the state saw more than 18,000 injury and fatality causing car accidents. When...more

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Understanding Slip and Fall Accidents in New Jersey: What You Need to Know

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As a New Jersey personal injury lawyer, I understand the devastating impact a slip and fall accident can have on your life. Whether it’s a fall in a store, a slippery sidewalk, or even a poorly maintained stairway, these...more

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A Look at Ongoing Nuclear Litigation

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As part of an ongoing spate of litigation, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) filed a motion to dismiss, on procedural grounds, in a case that challenges its authority to require construction and operating licenses...more

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Avoiding Common Mistakes When Filing a Personal Injury Claim in California

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Filing a personal injury claim can be challenging, especially in a state full of unusual laws like California. Each year thousands of Californians seek compensation for injuries and accidents. California has specific laws,...more

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D.C. Court Finds A Piggyback Statute Of Limitations In Segway-Crash Case

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According to court filings, on October 11, 2019, a Segway struck Marilyn Kubichek and Dorothy Baldwin as they strolled along a D.C. sidewalk....more

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Supreme Court of New York Grants Defendants’ Motion to Dismiss Based upon Statute of Limitations

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Supreme Court of New York – New York County Eric Biljetina, et al. vs. Brenntag North America, Inc., et al. In this action, the plaintiffs allege the decedent had asbestos exposure through the use of Jean Nate talcum powder....more

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The Top 10 Myths About Personal Injury Claims in Florida — Debunked

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Personal injury claims are often misunderstood, and misinformation can prevent victims from pursuing the compensation they deserve. Whether you’ve been in a car accident, experienced a slip and fall, or suffered medical...more

Goldberg Segalla

Defendant Granted Motion to Dismiss Claim against Settlement Trust for Untimeliness

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Superior Court of Delaware, New Castle - In the asbestos action Burhenn v. Celotex Asbestos Settlement Trust, the court granted defendant Celotex’s motion to dismiss on the grounds that the complaint was untimely filed. In...more

Cozen O'Connor

Louisiana Adopts Two-Year Statute of Limitations for Tort Claims

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One of the more unique aspects of Louisiana law was its 1-year statute of limitations (liberative prescription) for tort claims. The one-year time period to file a lawsuit was stress-inducing for plaintiffs, particularly in...more

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What are Compensatory Damages in California Personal Injury Lawsuits

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Personal injury damages in California are intended to make an accident victim whole again by compensating him or her for the injuries and damages caused by the intentional, reckless or negligent acts of another person or...more

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Understanding Statutes of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases in Florida

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Personal injury cases in Florida span the range of injuries from car and truck accidents, medical malpractice, dog bites, trips and falls, and many others. Florida’s personal injury law sets out your legal rights if you have...more

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What Does a Wrongful Death Lawyer Do?

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In the blink of an eye, a bad car wreck or another serious incident can result in a death. Losing a loved one is absolutely devastating. In North Carolina, when an individual's negligence, wrongful acts, or intentional acts...more

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What is the Statute of Limitations in California Personal Injury Law?

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What is a Personal Injury Case? As we explain below, California law imposes a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. Initially, it helps that you understand the nature of a personal injury case....more

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Navigating New Jersey's Personal Injury Dog Bite Law: What You Need to Know

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Dogs are often called man’s best friend, but unfortunately, even the most beloved pets can sometimes cause harm. In New Jersey, like in many other states, there are laws in place to protect individuals who suffer injuries...more

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How Can a Truck Accident Lawyer Help?

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Our economy depends on commercial trucking. In 2021, there were 13.86 million trucks registered, and they traveled a total of 327.48 billion miles in that year alone. In 2022, large trucks transported 72.6% of the total...more

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Do I Need a Lawyer for a Car Accident?

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North Carolina car accident rates are above average compared to the previous five years, with more than 273,000 accidents occurring in 2022. These accidents resulted in 110,544 injuries; many of which were passenger injuries....more

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What to Do After a Florida Slip and Fall Injury

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We enter stores, restaurants, and other public spaces with the expectation that they will be safe. This proves to be correct in the overwhelming majority of circumstances. There are times, however, when the owner or...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

A Chance for Substantial Verdicts: Recent Georgia Medical Malpractice Cases

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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every aspect of our lives, and the legal system is no exception. Court hearings went from being in-person to virtual, and court dockets swelled as cases were postponed. In 2023, the legal...more

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The Saiber Construction Law Column: June 2023

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A statute of limitations is a law that sets the maximum amount of time that parties to a dispute have to file a formal legal proceeding to resolve the dispute. In New Jersey, the statute of limitations for bringing a...more

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Daycare and Other Child Care Injuries in North Carolina

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Placing a child in daycare can be one of the most difficult things a working parent must do. On the other hand, utilizing child care services is extremely beneficial to children's educational and social development. We...more

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Sixth Circuit Holds That Federal Four-Year Statute of Limitations Applies to Disability Discrimination Claims under Section 1557...

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In the face of tragic allegations, the Sixth Circuit has held that a patient’s disability discrimination claim against a hospital is not timed barred by the Rehabilitation Act, which borrows a state’s applicable statute of...more

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Robins Kaplan Justice Report Winter 2021 | VOL. 15 NO. 1

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ESTABLISHING DUTY IN CHILD SEX ABUSE CASES AGAINST THE JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES - In 2019, 13 states and the District of Columbia amended civil statutes to enlarge statutes of limitations for child sex abuse claims. Eight of...more

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Potential Hurdles in Florida Personal Injury Claims

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If you’re filing a personal injury lawsuit in Florida, it’s best to become familiar with the various state laws that can play a role in your claim. If you have been hurt in an accident of any type of severity, including truck...more

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Glen Mills Lawsuit Update: More Suits Filed, More Horrific Tales of Abuse

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More current and former students of a youth detention center in Glen Mills, PA,  are coming forward with their own stories of appalling abuse. They join the hundreds of students, each with their own shattering tales of...more

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