Each state has a statute of limitations for each kind of claim, which imposes a time limit for filing. In Ohio, for example, the family or dependents have two years to bring a wrongful death case following their loved one’s passing; however, the window to pursue a medical malpractice claim is only one year. As of September 29, 2017, the workers’ compensation window is also now just one year. The statute of limitations differs based on the area of the law, such as personal injury, medical malpractice or workers’ compensation.