Nevada’s statute of limitations states that the injured person or their family must generally file a lawsuit within two years of the injury or death. However, the law also states that while an injured child is under the age of 18, the statute of limitations is paused. Thus, a minor injured in an accident can file a claim once they turn 18 years old. The child-turned-adult has two years after their 18th birthday to file a claim.
There are some other complexities to how the statute of limitations applies, so if you want to file a claim, contact our experienced child injury attorneys sooner rather than later. Additionally, insurance companies have much shorter time limits within which you must file an insurance claim. An accident attorney can help you contact the responsible insurance company and ensure your child receives the best care available.