For cases where the personal injury suit is due to the breach of a contract, the Statute of Limitations is 4 years for written contracts, and 2 years for oral contracts. For claims against a government agency, the suit must be filed within 6 months (1 year for certain cases) of the incident. For a more in-depth list various offenses and their specific Statute of Limitations, check out the California Court System’s guide.

Types of Damages

The types of damages that can be claimed in a personal injury suit vary widely depending on the individual case. Here is a run down of some common types of damages:

Compensation for medical bills accrued due to the injury

Pain and suffering

Lost wages as a result of the injury