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What Is a Statute of Limitations?
The Basics
A statute of limitations sets the maximum time after an event within which legal proceedings may be initiated. Once expired, the claim is permanently barred regardless of merit. Every state sets its own periods, varying by claim type — personal injury typically allows 1 to 6 years, while breach of contract often allows 3 to 10 years.
The clock generally starts on the date of injury, though many states apply a "discovery rule" that delays the start until the plaintiff knew or should have known about the injury.
Common Exceptions
Clock starts when plaintiff discovers the injury. Common in med mal.
Most states pause until the plaintiff turns 18.
Tolled while defendant is outside the state.
Paused while plaintiff is incapacitated.
Tolled when defendant hides wrongdoing.
Often shorter deadlines and require notice of claim.
Why This Matters
Missing an SOL deadline is one of the most common causes of legal malpractice claims. The ABA ranks "failure to know or apply the statute of limitations" among the top reasons for malpractice suits. Systematic deadline tracking through practice management software is a professional responsibility.
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