How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim?

The time frame during which the claimant must file a personal injury claim varies from location to location and is regulated by local policies. You must refer to the Limitations Act of Ontario to assess the specific timeframes allotted to various personal injuries. Generally, the claimant may file a personal injury report up to the two-year mark from the day of injury infliction. Generally, it is not recommended to wait for a prolonged period of time to file a case unless it was perhaps an occurrence that you were unaware of (i.e. medical malpractice). For personal injuries that require immediate investigation and compensation, it is recommended that the claimant files a report as soon as their condition has stabilized. For example, in the case of slip and fall claims against the City or a motor vehicle accident, claimants must file a report within 30 days of the incident to prove its validity and urgency. Many claimants commonly also ask, “Can you file a personal injury claim without a lawyer?” if you aim to file a report as soon as possible in those time-sensitive cases. You may do so, but you will be required to maintain the proper formatting of documentation required for filing the report. That is why most claimants do not hesitate to opt for assistance from a personal injury lawyer immediately.