When you or a loved one are injured by a defective product, it is important to know your legal rights and options under Georgia law. Consumers in Georgia have a limited time in which to bring a claim against the manufacturer, seller, or distributor of a defective product under the state's product liability laws. This time limit is known as the "statute of limitations." If you miss the deadline to file your claim, you will be barred from pursuing compensation for your injuries.
In Georgia, the statute of limitations for most product liability claims is two years from the date of the injury. There are some exceptions to this general rule. For example, if the injury was not discovered until some time after the initial incident (such as with certain latent injuries), the deadline may be extended to five years from the date of discovery. Additionally, if the person who was injured is a minor at the time of the accident, they will have until their 20th birthday to bring a claim.