What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury in Illinois?
In Illinois, the statute of limitations for personal injury is generally 2 years under 735 ILCS 5/13-202.
Personal injury Deadlines in Illinois
How long do you have to file a personal injury claim in Illinois?
In Illinois, the statute of limitations for personal injury is generally 2 years under 735 ILCS 5/13-202.
When does the clock start for personal injury in Illinois?
Two years after the cause of action accrued, for damages for an injury to the person.
Can the Illinois deadline for personal injury be extended?
Section 13-211 tolls for minority and legal disability. A claim against a local public entity runs only one year under the Tort Immunity Act, 745 ILCS 10/8-101.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Illinois?
Often, yes. Suit against a local public entity within 1 year under 745 ILCS 10/8-101. The Local Governmental and Governmental Employees Tort Immunity Act cuts the filing period to one year for civil actions against a local public entity or its employees — half the ordinary two-year personal-injury period. Claims against the State go to the Illi…
How does Illinois compare to other states for personal injury?
Illinois's 2 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 51 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for personal injury ranges from 1 year to 6 years, and 2 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Personal Injury Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the personal injury deadline in Illinois:
