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What is the time frame for filing a law suit for a child .
Asked on May 31st, 2012 on Personal Injury - New Jersey
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My son was injured at school when he was 10, he is now 16. Ia it too late? We are still incuring medical cost because of the injury, and we never receIved any compensation from the school where the injury occured.
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Sorry to learn what happened to your son he has two years after his 18th birthday to file a lawsuit however because a school is involved he has to file a tort claim notice within 90 days of turning 18 hope this helps good luck
Answered on Jun 21st, 2012 at 1:02 PM
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The statute of limitations is tolled until minors reach the age of 18. Under the circumstances, it is not too late to file a lawsuit. Whether you have a viable cause of action is another question, and to answer that I would need to speak with you in more detail.
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Answered on Jun 18th, 2012 at 12:37 PM
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You are most likely not too late, since your son was a minor at the time of the injury, and is still a minor. there could be some additional issues because of where the injury occurred, but you should still be able to seek compensation and reimbursement for your costs. Feel free to contact my office and I can discuss this matter with you and advise if there is a way that you can receive compensation.
Answered on Jun 13th, 2012 at 1:03 PM
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In most every situation, a child's time to file a lawsuit doesn't start until the child becomes an adult. There are some exceptions.
Your best bet is to consult with a skilled New Jersey personal injury law firm at your earliest opportunity. Click on the button at the top left of this page entitled "Find a Lawyer" to start your search. You can also call my office for a referral. We do not practice in New Jersey but we know some very fine personal injury attorneys who do.
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Answered on Jun 01st, 2012 at 12:01 AM