There are different statutes of limitations in different states. Different claims also have different periods in which you are allowed to file a lawsuit. The statute of limitations under a FELA case is 3 years. The statute of limitations under a workers compensation claim may be far shorter.
Arguments can be made that a cause of action only accrues when a sickened worker or loved one realizes that the workplace exposures were the cause of the illness. So even if your loved one passed away years ago, if no one ever suspected that his or her workplace contributed to the illness, Diesel Injury Law may be able to establish that you have a timely case. To learn more, call and speak with a diesel attorney today. Your time to file may be running out.