The statute of limitations is the law governing how long you have to file a cause of action following a car accident. In California, you have two years to file from the date your injuries occurred or were made known. Two years can go by surprisingly fast, especially when you are trying to recover from serious injuries. The sooner you can get started on your claim, the better. Your car crash attorney can help you obtain evidence and reach out to witnesses. When you are ready, make sure to contact a Los Angeles car crash attorney.