The Statute of Limitations for Injury Claims in Colorado

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What Is a Statute of Limitations?

A statute of limitations is the legal deadline to file a lawsuit. Once this period expires, you lose your right to bring a claim—no matter how valid it is.

Personal Injury Claim Deadlines in Colorado

General Personal Injury Cases

Most personal injury claims in Colorado must be filed within two years of the date of the injury.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

In cases involving car accidents, including rideshare incidents, the deadline extends to three years from the date of the crash.

Wrongful Death Claims

If a loved one dies due to someone else’s negligence, you have two years from the date of death to file a claim.

Exceptions That May Affect Your Deadline

The Discovery Rule

If your injury wasn’t immediately apparent, the statute may begin on the date you discovered or should have reasonably discovered the injury.

Claims Involving Minors

If the injured party is under 18, the statute typically doesn’t start until their 18th birthday. However, this can vary depending on case specifics.

Government Entities

Filing against a government agency? You must submit a notice of claim within 182 days of the incident.

Don’t Risk Losing Your Rights

Missing a statute of limitations deadline means forfeiting your right to compensation—no exceptions, no extensions. Don’t take that risk.

Let Ridder Law Help You Meet Your Deadline

Navigating deadlines while recovering from an injury is overwhelming. Let us handle the legal details so you can focus on healing. Contact Ridder Law today for a free consultation and protect your right to seek justice.