QUESTION
How long do I have to file a law suit against the police department for breaking my back on February 22, 2013?
Asked on Jun 20th, 2014 on Litigation - Michigan
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I wanted to file a law suit against the police department for breaking my back on February 22, 2013. Soon after, I sent my attorney a certified letter asking where should I report the injury to and he never replied. I asked him directly when I met with him in person and he did not reply. I asked my probation officer the same and he did not give me an answer. I felt a lot of pain so the chiropractor said I needed to get an X-ray before he would see me. I got my X-rays on July 5, 2013 and it shows bones spurs and fractures in the T5 and maybe T6 areas of my spine. Do I still have time to file a law suit against the police department for fracturing my back? Can I file a law suit against the public appointed attorney for not responding to my certified mail letter requesting to know whom and where to report my injury to?
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Ronald A. Steinberg
Typically, there is a 2 year statute of limitations for a claim against a city or its employees.
Answered on Jun 30th, 2014 at 8:42 AM
EDWARD MILLER
I already answered this one.
Answered on Jun 25th, 2014 at 12:40 PM
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Your Court Appointed attorney has nothing to do with a civil case. In fact, they may not practice civil law at all. I believe you have two years to file a civil suit. There may be other notice requirements. Seek a civil attorney like myself ASAP.
Answered on Jun 25th, 2014 at 12:36 PM