QUESTION
How long do you have for the settlement demand?
Asked on May 08th, 2012 on Personal Injury - Texas
4 ANSWERS
Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney serving Auburn, CA
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Graves Law Offices
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No time limit on the settlement demand, however you have 2 years from date of accident to file suit and purpose of settlement demand is to resolve case before having to file suit. Therefore, as soon as you are done treating need to obtain all your medical bills and records and provide to carrier with settlement demand.
Answered on May 14th, 2012 at 8:29 PM
Personal Injury Attorney serving Newport Beach, CA
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Statute of limitations on personal injuries in California is 2 years. You must settle the case or file suit in such time.
Answered on May 14th, 2012 at 8:29 PM
Personal Injury Attorney serving Beverly Hills, CA
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Engelman Law, APC
Provided there were no government entities involved in the accident, you have 2 years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.
Answered on May 14th, 2012 at 8:27 PM
Immigration Attorney serving Arlington, TX
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Law Office of Pho Ethan Tran, PLLC
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In California, you have up to 2 years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit for compensation. After 2 years, your claim is barred by the statute of limitation.
Answered on May 14th, 2012 at 8:22 PM