California law requires a victim to file a claim or lawsuit within a predetermined amount of time from the date of injury. This is known as a “statute of limitation” and it differs according to the type of injury. Here’s a breakdown of the maximum time frames you can file in Los Angeles, CA.
- Injury to Person – 2 years
- Libel/Slander – 1 year
- Trespassing – 3 years
- Fraud – 3 years
- Damage to Personal Property – 3 years
- Professional Malpractice:
- Legal – 1 year from discovery; maximum of 4 years from the act
- Medical – 1 year from discovery; 3 years if injury is known
- Veterinary – 1 year from injury/death of animal
