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What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury in Wyoming?

In Wyoming, the statute of limitations for personal injury is generally 4 years under Wyo. Stat. § 1-3-105(a)(iv)(C).

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Personal injury Deadlines in Wyoming

How long do you have to file a personal injury claim in Wyoming?

In Wyoming, the statute of limitations for personal injury is generally 4 years under Wyo. Stat. § 1-3-105(a)(iv)(C).

When does the clock start for personal injury in Wyoming?

Four years — at the generous end nationally, and double what most states allow.

Can the Wyoming deadline for personal injury be extended?

The subparagraph is a catch-all for injuries to the plaintiff's rights not arising on contract and not otherwise enumerated in the section, so it sweeps up most negligence claims. Note that libel and slander are enumerated separately at one year, and medical malpractice and wrongful death at two.

Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Wyoming?

Often, yes. Claim within 2 years; suit within 1 year of filing under Wyo. Stat. §§ 1-39-113, 1-39-114. The Wyoming Governmental Claims Act requires a claim to be presented to the governmental entity within two years of the act, and suit to be commenced within one year after the claim is filed. Wyoming also requires the claim to be signed and certified under pen…

How does Wyoming compare to other states for personal injury?

Wyoming's 4 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 Wyoming:

01 Car and motorcycle accidents
02 Slip-and-fall and premises injuries
03 Dog bites and animal attacks
04 Injuries from another's negligence
05 Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
06 Workplace injuries not covered by workers' comp
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Other Filing Deadlines in Wyoming

Statutes of limitations have exceptions, and courts apply them to specific facts. This page states the general rule. A licensed Wyoming attorney can tell you the deadline that applies to your situation.
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