Changes to Florida’s Statutes of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims

Florida’s personal injury, legislative changes shortened the statute of limitations to two years from four years, impacting how personal injury claims are handled and damages are awarded.

Statute of Limitations:

The new law reduced the statute of limitations for negligence-based personal injury claims from four years to two years for accidents occurring on or after March 24, 2023.

General Rule:

The standard statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Florida is two years, you now have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. Statutes of limitations help prevent issues by encouraging injured parties to act quickly, protecting both the claimant’s rights and the fairness of the judicial process. For Personal injury victims and anyone considering legal action, understanding these deadlines is essential, as missing them can permanently stop your right to recovery.