How long do I have to file a premises liability lawsuit?
In the state of Arizona, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a premises liability lawsuit. This is known as the statute of limitations. A premises liability lawsuit is a lawsuit filed against the owner or occupier of a property for an injury you sustained due to a dangerous condition on the premises. To make sure your lawsuit is timely filed, we recommend you contact an experienced slip and fall attorney as soon as possible after the accident. An attorney can help you collect evidence, assess liability, and identify the correct parties to name in your premises liability lawsuit. Doing so will also ensure that the deadline does not expire before your case can be filed. It is important to note that while two years is the standard statute of limitations in Arizona, there are certain exceptions that may apply to your case. These exceptions can include a special relationship to the defendant, a plaintiff under the age of 18, or the discovery of new evidence after the two-year window of filing. Therefore, it is important to consult with an experienced premises liability attorney to make sure you file your lawsuit within the allotted timeframe.
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