Every personal injury lawsuit must be filed at the courthouse within a specified period of time. This time limit is called the statute of limitations. In Hawaii, the statute of limitations for a personal injury lawsuit is two years. HRS §657-7. The statute of limitations applies to many different types of torts involving physical and mental injuries including negligent and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
If you have been injured it is important to seek medical treatment quickly to limit the physical and mental damage from your injuries. It is also important to seek legal advice quickly so that you can limit the financial damage from the injuries. A trusted lawyer can be particularly helpful in the difficult and confusing days immediately after an accident. A lawyer can protect your financial interests and can negotiate with insurance companies and medical providers to save you money and ensure that you are fully compensated for your loss.
It is essential not to wait until your statute of limitations is about to expire. Most personal injury lawsuits are negotiated for months before settlement and most are settled without proceeding to a trial. Few lawyers will be willing to take your personal injury case if the statute of limitations is about to expire.
Additionally, severe injuries such as a brain injury may require additional medical evaluation to properly document your claim. You must leave sufficient time to investigate your claim, negotiate with an insurance provider and seek additional medical care if necessary.
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