Understanding Tennessee’s Statutes of Limitations: Personal Injury vs. Property Damage
When injured in any circumstance or you suffer damage to your property, one of the most important things to know is how long you have to file a lawsuit. This is known as the “statute of limitations.” Missing these deadlines can result in permanently losing your right to pursue damages.
Personal Injury Lawsuit: Only One Year
If you or a loved one are injured due to the negligence of others you only have one year from the date of the incident to file a lawsuit. Tennessee is particularly strict regarding personal injury cases as it has one of the shortest timeframes in the country for these claims. Governed by Tennessee Code Annotated § 28-3-104, if you do not file your claim within one year, you almost always will be barred in Court, preventing you from recovering for your case.
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Property Damage Lawsuit: Three Years
If you want to file a claim for damage to your property, whether real property, like a house or land, or personal property, like your vehicle, you typically have three years from the date the damage occurred to file a lawsuit. Governed by Tennessee Code Annotated § 28-3-105, the three-year statute covers you for actions for injuries to your personal or real property where someone’s negligence or intentional actions have harmed your property.
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Why Choosing the Right Attorney Is Important
It is especially important to choose the right attorney when your case involves a combination of both personal injury and property damage. Even though you might have three years to bring your property damage claim, that does not change the fact that the statute of limitations on your personal injury claim remains only one year.
Here at Alexis Greene Law, PLLC, we will help you navigate the nuances of your claim and will handle both the property damage portion and personal injury side of your case. You can trust that your attorney will take care of your case from start to finish allowing you to focus on healing instead of upcoming deadlines. Call or email us today.