A law prescribing limitations to the right of a person or other entity to maintain a suit for certain described causes of action. Such statutes generally declare that no suit may be brought unless it is brought within a specified period of time. Tn unclaimed property parlance, statutes of limitation effectively determine how far back a jurisdiction may reach beyond the effective date of enactment of an unclaimed property law to claim funds held by a holder. Most unclaimed property statutes contain an anti-limitation provision which provides that statutes of limitation do not apply to unclaimed funds on which a statute of limitations has not run at the date the unclaimed property law is effective and for any subsequent period of time.

A state law limiting the amount of time within which legal action may be taken.

A statute that requires lawsuits to be brought within a certain time to be enforceable. The basic periods are one year for personal injury, two years for oral contracts, three years for damages to real or personal property, four years for written contracts, and three years from date of discovery for fraud. Back to the Top

A series of statutes designed to render unenforceable stale claims and rights.

A municipal, state or Federal law that imposes a time limit for suing in court, filing a charge with a government agency or taking other legal action, typically starting on the date an alleged wrongdoing first occurred. Among the intentions is to help ensure defendants' rights to speedy trials and other proceedings, while preserving the "freshness" of evidence. Time limits vary, depending under which law one takes legal action. But, they can be relatively short. For example, an employee typically has only 180 days to file a charge of employment discrimination with the EEOC under a Federal discrimination law, 300 days if the charge also falls under a state or local discrimination law.

A legislative enactment which prescribes the period of time within which a civil suit must be brought upon a certain claim. In criminal law, the statute of limitations determines the time within which a state must initiate a prosecution for an offense.

A certain amount of time set forth by case law, after which rights cannot be enforced by legal action.

A type of statute imposing a time deadline on commencing certain types of civil litigation or criminal prosecution which, if not met, is fatal to the claim or cause of action.

a maximum time period during which certain legal actions can be brought.

A statute which limits the right of a plaintiff to file an action unless it is done within a specified time period after the occurrence which gives rise to the right to sue.

Statute describing the time limitations before someone gives up their right to sue for a wrongful action. For example, the IRS has up to three years to assess back taxes from the time a tax return is filed, unless tax fraud is charged.

The time prescribed by statute in which a plaintiff can bring a lawsuit.

The statute which defines the time limit during which a lawsuit must be filed.

A law which limits the length of time within which a suit must be commenced before the right to sue is lost.

A law which limits the bringing of a court action (civil or criminal) to within a specified period of time or else it is barred.

The law that defines the period of time during which suit may be initiated with regard to a particular claim or cause of action. Under certain circumstances, a defendants concealment of the true condition of an investment tolls (or stops) the running of the statute of limitations.

A law that sets the deadline by which parties must file suit to enforce their rights.

The rule of law that, unless waived, establishes the time within which an accused must be charged with an offense to be tried successfully.

The maximum period of time a person can legally wait to file a lawsuit. The length of the statute of limitations depends on what kind of case it is, and what state the individual is in.

A law that says how much time you have to file a lawsuit after something happens. If you don't file your case in time, YOU LOSE. Even if you wait just 1 day too long, the court won't be able to hear your case.

A period of time, set by law, after which a civil action cannot be brought.

The legal time limitation allowed by law for filing a claim on a specific cause of action. Such time periods vary by state and normally start to run from the date of injury/occurrence or when a plaintiff knew or should have known of his/her injuries or damages. The statutory period also may vary based on whether the claim involves allegations of negligence or breach of contract. See Chapter 4.16 RCW generally. Not applicable to claims brought by Washington state; see RCW 4.16.160. Class

a statute prescribing the time period during which legal action can be taken

a certain time limit governing how long you have to file a personal injury case after an injury or accident occurs

a law directing that a legal action cannot be commenced after the period of time specified in the statute has passed

a law restricting the amount of time a person has available to file a claim that differs depending on the state

a law setting deadlines for filing lawsuits within a certain time that usually varies from state to state

a law setting the period of time during which a lawsuit must be filed

a law that designates a limited amount of time a person has in which to file a claim and depends on the state the claim is filed in

a law that designates a limited amount of time a person has in which to file a claim that differs depending on the type of legal claim and the state of filing as well

a law that fixes the time within which parties must initiate judicial action to enforce rights

a law that provides that a suit is barred if a plaintiff does not bring it within a prescribed period of time

a law that requires the plaintiff to commence his or her action within a specified time limit

a law that sets forth a specific time period for the initiation of a legal action

a law which places a time limit on pursuing a legal remedy in relation to wrongful conduct

a law which prescribes the period beyond which a lawsuit may not be brought, i

a law which sets a time limit on the filing of particular lawsuits

a legal deadline by which a plaintiff must

a legal rule that limits how long you can wait before filing a lawsuit

a legal time limit that varies depending upon the particular cause of action and the law of the jurisdiction in which the lawsuit is to be instituted

an arbitrary time limit that cuts off a plaintiff's ability to file a case after a certain period of time

an arbitrary time period that a state places on a claim, setting forth a deadline by

an established legal deadline that requires a person who has suffered a serious injury to file a lawsuit within a certain time after the date of injury or lose forever his or her rights to sue for compensation

a period of time in which you must file a lawsuit, which varies according to the type of claim and varies from state to state

a pre-determined time period after the aviation accident in which you must file your legal claim or else you will forfeit all your rights forever

a set period of time in which a plaintiff may file a claim against a defendant

a specific time period following the injury within which a lawsuit must be filed in court or the claim will not be allowed

a statute specifying the number of years after injury occurs, or is discovered, or its cause is discovered, within which a lawsuit must be filed

a statutory limitation on the prosecution of an offense if the formal prosecution is not commenced, usually by return of an indictment or filing of an information, within a specified period after the completion of the offense

a time deadline by which you must file a lawsuit

a time limit set by law which creates a deadline for filing a lawsuit

a time period that is established by law for filing a lawsuit

a type of federal or state law that restricts the time within which legal proceedings may be brought

A law that sets the maximum length of time that can pass before a lawsuit is filed, after something has happened.

The right to sue for overtime pay expires with time.  If an employee files suit for back pay, all that can be recovered is pay up to two years prior.  If the employee can prove the underpayment by the employer was willful or reckless, back pay can be recovered up to three years prior.

a law setting a fixed time period (for example, one year) after which a person cannot sue someone for an alleged injury or a government cannot prosecute someone for a crime. It prevents legal proceedings from taking place long after the injury or crime occurred, when evidence and witnesses may be hard to find.

An established legal deadline that requires the filing of a lawsuit within a certain time after the date of injury or be forever barred from suing for compensation.

A statute prescribing limitations to the right of action on certain described causes of action, declaring that no suit shall be maintained on such causes of action unless brought within a specific period of time after the right accrued. Example: California has a 1 year statute of limitations for bodily injury claims and a 3 year statute of limitations for property damage claims. i.e.: you have one year from the date of the accident to assert a bodily injury claim in the state of California. You have one year to file suit in order to protect the statute from running.

A time period during which a complaint must be filed or it is not recognized. Back to

A statute declaring that no suit shall be maintained on certain expressed causes of actions unless they are brought within a specified period after the right accrued.

Law that establishes a predetermined period of time within which a legal action must be taken. For example, a statute of limitations of two months for challenging changes to zoning ordinances requires that a person who wishes to challenge such a change must do so within that two-month time period. Challenges made after two months may not be considered by the county government or a court.

A statute prescribing a specified period of time within which certain legal actions must be taken or criminal charges laid.

Period within which legal action can be taken for recovery - normally six years for debt

A statute limiting the time within which a legal action may be brought.

Statutes of the federal government and various states setting maximum time periods during which certain actions can be brought or rights enforced. After the time period set out in the applicable statute of limitations has run, no legal action can be brought regardless of whether any cause of action ever existed.

The time limit allowed by law to bring legal action.

The period of time during which an income tax return is still open to examination by the IRS and assessment of additional tax, if appropriate. Typically, this is three years from the later of the statutory due date of the return or the date on which the return was actually filed. This period is extended to six years where a taxpayer files a return and omits an amount of gross income exceeding 25 percent of the gross income reported on the return. In the case of fraud, the return remains subject to audit indefinitely.

A period of time in which legal action can be taken. Federal, state, and provincial statutes of limitation should be considered when developing the retention period of records (ARMA International).

Refers to the legal limit on the time allowed for filing suit in civil matters. It is usually measured from the time of the adverse occurrence, or from the time when a reasonable person would have discovered the wrong.

a law that limits the amount of time that may pass before a party sues for damages. Medical malpractice statutes of limitations vary from state to state.

A statute of limitations is a law that designates how long a period of time a plaintiff has to file a lawsuit. Statutes of limitations are dependent upon the type of case and the state in which the suit is filed.

provides a limit on the amount of time during which the IRS can try to collect the money you owe. In most cases, that period is 10 years from the date of assessment of the tax.

Law specifying the time period within which certain actions must be brought to court to enforce oneâ€(tm)s rights.

A statute setting a time limit on legal action in certain cases.

A legislative enactment which prescribes a period within which an action may be brought.

The normal FLSA statute of limitations entitles employees to recover back wages beginning two years before a complaint is filed and extending forward until the case is resolved. The statute of limitations is three years if the employer "willfully" or "recklessly" disregarded its FLSA obligations. An employee's FLSA rights become "vested" only by the filing of a complaint in court.

A law limiting the length of time a potential plaintiff has to file a lawsuit. These statutes vary depending on circumstances.

Law that provides that certain types of suits must be brought within a specified time of the occurrence to be valid under the law.

A law that prevents the initiation of an action if it is not begun within a specified time.

The time in which a law suit can be legally filed. GO TO TOP

Laws enacted by every state which govern the time frame when a lawsuit must be filed, and beyond which the claim can no longer be made. Statutes of limitation differ from state to state and according to the nature of the claim. In Washington, the limitation. period applicable to most claims for personal injuries and damages caused by negligence, including motor vehicle accidents, is three years.

The law which states the period of time in which a person may make a claim. Usually, 3 years, but may be shorter.

The lawful time frame, varying state to state, for judicial pursuit of obligations, debts and/or encumbrances. A creditor who fails to bring formal action within the parameters set down by the debtor's home state is barred from legal recourse.

a statute that limits the period during which a claim, for instance for the restoration of rights in land, can be pursued.

A law setting a time limit on enforcement of rights in certain cases.

The time period to file a law suit to enforce a claim or it is barred by law.

The law requires that if you believe you have been harmed by the wrongful conduct of another, you must bring a lawsuit within a limited period. This is called a statute of limitations. Failure to bring a lawsuit, or take the required legal action, such as filing a claim where required with an administrative government agency, may eliminate your right to recover damages if someone is liable.

The provisions in any law or laws that limit the time when a plaintiff may bring suit or the time before which the defendant may be liable for losses or damages.

A law setting a certain time period, after which rights cannot be enforced by legal action.

the provision of the Commodity Exchange Act requiring a reparations complaint to be filed within two years after the cause of action "accrues." A cause of action "accrues" when a customer, exercising reasonable diligence, either becomes aware of the fact that wrongdoing has occurred or comes into possession of sufficient facts that s(he) should know that wrongdoing has occurred.

the period after which the right to file a lawsuit expires.

The time limit set by law in which a person must bring legal action on a claim.

This is the time period that legal action must be taken before, after this time period the right to file legal action is void.

the period during which someone can be held liable for an action or a debt-statutes of limitations for collecting child support vary from State to State

A period of time established by law during which parties can take legal action to enforce their rights.

Law which specifies the time within which parties must take judicial action to enforce their rights.

The period of time between the date of loss and the deadline for you to file a lawsuit for a claim.

A legal limit on the amount of time a creditor has to sue you if a debt goes unpaid.

the time within which a lawsuit must be filed. The deadline can vary, depending on the type of lawsuit.

The period, set by law, after which a damage claim cannot be made.

The period of time after the originating incident in which an injured party may start a legal claim against the party who caused the injury.

a legally established time limit (based on the date of the claim for civil cases or the crime for criminal cases) for entering a suit (civil) or beginning a prosecution (criminal). A reasonable time limit is established so that the defendant may still be able to find witnesses, evidence, etc. pertinent to the case.

A law requiring that, if a lawsuit is to be filed, or other legal action is to be taken, it must be within a certain period of time. Statutes of limitations differ according to the type of offense, and also differ from state to state. In medical malpractice cases, statutes of limitations can be very short, so it's vital to contact an attorney right away.

Timeframe within which a lawsuit must be brought or an individual charged with a crime. Differs for different types of cases/crimes or in different states.

a statute that declares that no actions of a specified kind be commenced after a specified period of time after the cause of action arose

A time after which a plaintiff cannot sue.

A statute setting a time limit on the enforcement of right or on the collection of a debt in certain cases.

The time limit after which a claim or legal action may not commence.

A law that sets the time within which parties must take action to enforce their rights.

A legal principle requiring a party to commence a lawsuit within a certain period of time.

The period of time within which you must sue, or otherwise you will be barred (forbidden by law) from filing a claim or lawsuit. This is a very complex area of the law. There are many different cut-off times and limits. The limits are all very factual specific, and it depends on who is at fault, and the legal status of the person or entity at fault. The limit may be as short as one year from the date of the injury. Seek help and advice on the applicable statute in your case. No two states have the same rules, and often it depends upon the legal theory of your suit. Sometimes, the issue is so complex that a court must resolve it.

The time limit setting the maximum period of time, after certain events, that a plaintiff may file a lawsuit. Once the statute tolls, the time period to file an action expires and the plaintiff is barred from filing any action.

A statutory time period beyond which an action cannot be brought.

regulate the period of time in which a worker may file a claim of discrimination. With the ICRC a complaint must be filed within 180 days while a complaint with the EEOC must be filed within 300 days.

Time within which a legal action must be commenced.

Periods of time, set by law, after which civil actions cannot be brought.

In taxes this is the period of time that the IRS and you have to make changes to your tax return. Generally, the statute of limitations is three years from the time your tax return is filed.

A federal law that determines the time frame that a debt is collectable. Once a statute expires, the debt is legally unenforceable. However, it can still remain on your credit reports until the governing period of time, usually 7 years. Most statute of limitations to collect a debt is between 4-7 years.

In civil matters, the time limit on the right to seek relief in court for damages.

If you are injured at work, there is a time limit within which you must file a claim. This is called the statute of limitations. If you do not file a petition, or your employer does not pay benefits for a two-year period, you may lose your right to claim benefits in the future.

The time period in which an action must be commenced. Failure to file the action within the statute of limitations bars the action.

Under the PHRAct, an employer must have four or more employees, and a complaint must be filed within 180 days of the alleged act of harm. Under the Pennsylvania Fair Educational Opportunities Act, a complaint must be filed within six months of the alleged act of harm.

The deadline after which a party claiming to be injured by the settlor may (should) no longer file an action to recover his or her damages.

Legislative enactment limiting time within which specified actions or prosecutions must be instituted.

The legally prescribed time limit within which a law suit must be filed. If a law suit is not filed within the time limit, then, subject to a court exercising its discretion to extend the time, the person who wishes to bring the law suit cannot do so. The time limits vary from State to State and depending on the type of law suit which is to be brought. The time limits range from 14 days to more than 6 years.

Statutory time limits to file suit or the right is lost! (eg. 1 year: negligence, 3 years: fraud. 4 years: written contract, 10 years: real property, etc.) Latches is *equity equivalent.

the period of time following an occurrence in which a lawsuit must be filed.

The time limit in which to bring an action.

law that specifies the time within which judicial action must be taken.

the time limit within which a civil or criminal action must be brought after its cause arises

the maximum period of time following an event when one can bring a law suit. Once this period of time lapses, the law suit can no longer be brought.

The period of time during which a cause of action or enforcement may be brought or exercised. These limits vary state by state. In California, a support judgment is enforceable until satisfied.

A law barring all right of redress after a certain period of time from the moment when a cause of action first arises.

These laws restrict the amount of time victims of accidents have to take action against those responsible for their conditions. The time can range from as much as one to three years, depending on the state and any applicable laws.

A period of time specified by statute within which an action at law must be brought or else be forfeited.

The time period in which one must file a claim.

The time limit set by law during which a person must bring legal action on a case.

A statute of limitations is a law that sets a time limit after which a person cannot be prosecuted for an alleged crime. In 1948, the statute of limitations prevented the prosecution of Alger Hiss for espionage; instead, he was tried and convicted of perjury.

is the period prescribed by law within which you have to file a lawsuit, otherwise you forfeit your right to being an action

That law pertaining to the period of time within which certain actions must be brought to court.

A specified statutory period in which prosecution or suit must be brought against a person, after which any action will be barred.

The time period within which a plaintiff must file his action against the defendant. This time frame varies by state. In North Carolina, the statute of limitations is three years.

The time period allowed for the filing of a legal suit to enforce a claim, after which any such claims are barred

A state law setting specific time limits for an injured party to bring about a lawsuit regarding the injury.

Law determining the period within which a specific legal action must be taken.

legal regulations limiting the time during which rights or claims can be enforced by legal action

A law that sets a time limit for bringing a lawsuit in a case.

Law limiting time in which claims or suits may be instituted.

A statute of limitations is a statute in a common law legal system that sets forth the maximum period of time, after certain events, that legal proceedings based on those events may be initiated. In civil law systems, similar provisions are usually part of the civil code or criminal code and are often known collectively as "periods of prescription" or "prescriptive periods."