Statutes of Limitation for CRPS Lawsuits by State
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At The CRPS Law Firm, we work with local counsel where required by state law. Attorney Bryan Pope has represented clients in many states across the country, including CO, OK, MT, WA, TX, AL, PA, FL, OR, AR, CA, VA, and ID. Pope and the team at The CRPS Law Firm stay up to date on new research, studies, and treatments for CRPS to better serve clients. We understand how difficult it is to diagnose CRPS, to show that CRPS is due to a specific type of negligence, and to treat CRPS. We understand that, unfortunately, CRPS is often a life-changing, disabling condition.
We encourage you to contact us as soon as possible after any type of accident, including slip and fall accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle accidents. Time is critical when you suffer from CRPS. Legal deadlines may apply, and early treatment can help recovery.
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What does the statute of limitations mean?
The statute of limitations is a formal deadline for filing a lawsuit. Each state establishes its own statute of limitations for different types of conduct, including personal injury actions. You must file a lawsuit in the appropriate court within the statute of limitations deadline. If you miss the deadline, your claim may be barred unless an exception applies.
States establish statute of limitations deadlines for various reasons, including to encourage cases to proceed while witnesses’ memories are still fresh.
Why should accident victims who may have CRPS contact us promptly?
Our CRPS lawyers recommend that you contact us as soon as possible after an accident for any injury, including CRPS. We make this recommendation for several reasons:
- To help with your medical diagnosis and recovery. An early review of your medical condition may help your doctors understand when medical treatments may help you. We may work with your doctors or recommend CRPS doctors that we work with.
- To answer your questions. We can answer legal questions you might have.
- To start our investigation. We need to show that a defendant, such as a careless driver, is responsible for your accident to be able to pursue your claim for damages. Investigations may involve examining the accident site, speaking with the police, speaking with eyewitnesses, and speaking with your doctors. We need to conduct these investigations promptly.
- To review your statute of limitations deadline. We can review what statute of limitations deadlines apply to your claim for the state that has jurisdiction over your accident case.
What exceptions to the state personal injury statute of limitations may apply?
In some cases, an exception to the statute of limitations deadline may apply. Generally, the laws of the state that has jurisdiction over your personal injury claim will identify the exception.
The possible exceptions (depending on your state’s laws) may include the following:
- Discovery rule. Some states apply a limited discovery rule, particularly for latent injuries, while others strictly measure time from the date of injury regardless of diagnosis. Courts vary widely in how and when discovery rules apply, and some states restrict discovery-based tolling to limited circumstances.
- Minors. In many cases, the clock may not start until the minor turns 18.
- Government defendants. Notice deadlines for claims against governmental entities vary widely by state and may range from weeks to several months, with strict content requirements. Government notice requirements are highly state and agency-specific and often impose strict deadlines and content rules that must be met exactly.
- Medical malpractice. Additional statute of limitations rules may apply if medical malpractice is the cause of your CRPS.
- Wrongful death. States may have different statute of limitations deadlines for wrongful death claims than for personal injury claims.
What are the personal statute of limitations deadlines by state?
If you have a personal injury claim due to CRPS, please contact us as soon as possible. The following list may be subject to changes, exceptions, and other factors. Each state has its own statute of limitations for personal injury claims.
Accrual rules vary by state; many claims run from the date of injury or accident, but some states recognize limited discovery-based accrual or tolling in certain circumstances.
Because CRPS is a difficult injury to diagnose, it’s important not to assume that filing deadlines are calculated simply by counting to the anniversary date. Deadlines are typically computed under each state’s civil procedure and time-computation rules, including adjustments for weekends and holidays. The following is a general example. Exceptions may apply depending on the jurisdiction and type of claim.
- One year. If you have an accident on February 15, 2026, then you must generally file your personal injury claim by February 14, 2027. If you file your claim on February 15, 2027, or afterward, then (unless an exception applies), your claim may be barred.
- Two years. If you have an accident on February 15, 2026, then you must generally file your personal injury claim by February 14, 2028. If you file your claim on February 15, 2028, or afterward, then (unless an exception applies), your claim may be barred.
- Three years. If you have an accident on February 15, 2026, then you must generally file your personal injury claim by February 14, 2029. If you file your claim on February 15, 2029, or afterward, then (unless an exception applies), your claim may be barred.
- Four years. If you have an accident on February 15, 2026, then you must generally file your personal injury claim by February 14, 2030. If you file your claim on February 15, 2030, or afterward, then (unless an exception applies), your claim may be barred.
- Five years. If you have an accident on February 15, 2026, then you must generally file your personal injury claim by February 14, 2031. If you file your claim on February 15, 2031, or afterward, then (unless an exception applies), your claim may be barred.
- Six years. If you have an accident on February 15, 2026, then you must generally file your personal injury claim by February 14, 2032. If you file your claim on February 15, 2032, or afterward, then (unless an exception applies), your claim may be barred.
The following list reflects the general statutes of limitations for personal injury claims in all 50 states and Washington, DC as of 2025. Exceptions may apply. For example, these time limits may be modified by statutes of repose, discovery rules, tolling provisions, or claim specific laws, such as car accidents, claims involving minors, or government entities. An experienced attorney can help you determine your statute of limitations deadline based on the specifics of your case.
- Kentucky: 1 year
- Louisiana: 1 year
- Tennessee: 1 year
- Alabama: 2 years
- Alaska: 2 years
- Arizona: 2 years
- California: 2 years
- Colorado: 2 years
- Connecticut: 2 years
- Delaware: 2 years
- Florida: 2 years
- Georgia: 2 years
- Hawaii: 2 years
- Idaho: 2 years
- Illinois: 2 years
- Indiana: 2 years
- Iowa: 2 years
- Kansas: 2 years
- Nevada: 2 years
- New Jersey: 2 years
- Ohio: 2 years
- Oklahoma: 2 years
- Oregon: 2 years
- Pennsylvania: 2 years
- Texas: 2 years
- Virginia: 2 years
- West Virginia: 2 years
- Arkansas: 3 years
- Maryland: 3 years
- Massachusetts: 3 years
- Michigan: 3 years
- Mississippi: 3 years
- Montana: 3 years
- New Hampshire: 3 years
- New Mexico: 3 years
- New York: 3 years
- North Carolina: 3 years
- Rhode Island: 3 years
- South Carolina: 3 years
- South Dakota: 3 years
- Vermont: 3 years
- Washington: 3 years
- Washington, DC: 3 years
- Wisconsin: 3 years
- Nebraska: 4 years
- Utah: 4 years
- Wyoming: 4 years
- Missouri: 5 years
- Maine: 6 years
- Minnesota: 6 years
- North Dakota: 6 years
Contact The CRPS Law Firm today
At The CRPS Law Firm, we’re dedicated to helping accident victims who have this painful and life-altering condition. We represent clients across the country, working with local counsel where required by state law. Initial consultations are free. We handle CRPS claims on a contingency fee basis. Contact us now or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation