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How Long Do You Have to File a Car Accident Claim?
Tue May 12 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) · 4 min read
Statutes of limitations
Most states give you two to three years to file a personal injury lawsuit after a car accident, but rules differ for minors, government vehicles, and uninsured claims.
Why act sooner
Evidence fades: witnesses move, camera footage gets deleted, and injuries can worsen over weeks.
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