How long do I have to make a claim in United States?
General limitation rules in United States. Indicative only: exceptions, suspensions and recent reforms are common, so confirm your deadline with a lawyer.
- Contract claims
- 3–6 years. Varies by state and by whether the contract is written; some states allow longer.
- Non-contractual damages (tort)
- 2–3 years
- Personal injury
- 2–3 years
- Employment (e.g. dismissal)
- 180–300 days. Federal discrimination charges generally go to the EEOC within 180 days, or 300 days where a state agency also applies. Other employment claims vary.
- Fraud (civil claim)
- 2–6 years (from knowledge). Many states run fraud periods from discovery.