The Wisconsin statute of limitations is typically three years for personal injuries. This means that you have three years from the date your injuries occurred to settle your injury claim or to file a lawsuit. This includes injuries for car accidents, dog bites, slip and falls, and truck and motorcycle accidents. These laws were put into place to limit the amount of time you have to file a lawsuit.
There are, however, some exceptions to the three-year statute. For example, there are different limitations for children than for adults. The law provides that children under 18 who are injured in an accident can file a personal injury claim at any time until two years after they turn 18 years. Moreover, in wrongful death cases, the statute affords only two years from the date of death to settle the claim or file a lawsuit.
Given these distinctions, it is important to contact a personal injury attorney immediately following an accident in order to ensure that your right to recovery is protected.
This underscores the importance of contacting a Wisconsin personal injury attorney to discuss whether these exceptions apply to your particular case. Contacting an attorney early on also affords them time to obtain statements, medical records, and other relevant evidence critical to strengthening your case in anticipation of settlement.
If you, or someone you know, has been wrongfully injured, contact Buss Law, LLC today for a FREE consultation!