Non-economic damages, compensates the injured party for non-financial suffering, like pain and suffering, or mental anguish. Punitive damages differ from the first two in that their main purpose is to punish the negligent party, as such they are not often awarded.
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In California, the statute of limitations on personal injury cases is two years. The statute of limitations is essentially how long you have to file a personal injury claim in order to pursue compensation before you lose your legal right to do so. Every state has their own time limit. California’s law can be found in the California Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1.
This two year time limit, however, can differ based on the specifics of your case, which is why it is important to speak to an attorney about your case as soon as possible. In instances where a government entity is the legally responsible party, you must make a formal claim within six months or the claim is lost forever. Call our firm to discuss your case during a free consultation today.
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