Statutes of Limitation

All claims have legal restrictions on how long the injured person has to either settle their claim or file their case in court.  If these restrictions are not followed your claim could be automatically and permanently lost.  These legal restrictions are called “Statutes of Limitation.”  They limit the time you have to settle or file your claim.  A lawyer can advise you what particular time limit applies to your case.  Variations can apply, such as, whether your injury is from a motor vehicle collision or from a dangerously defective product.  The time limit may also vary if the injured person is an adult or less than eighteen years old.  It is wise to consult a lawyer early and learn what limitations apply to your case.  For example, if an intoxicated person is at fault, you may have a claim against a bar or tavern for serving the person too much alcohol and must give notice to it under Iowa’s Dram Shop law within six months of the injury.  A lawyer can obtain a thorough description of your case and help make sure all legal deadlines and restrictions are followed.