A:Tennessee has one of the shortest statutes of limitations in the nation when it comes to personal injury claims. Under Section 28-3-104 of the Tennessee Code, you typically have only one year from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit. If you do not file a lawsuit in civil court within this time period, you will effectively lose your right to sue and will be unable to pursue compensation for your injuries. Since investigating a personal injury case can sometimes take months on its own, it is critical you get an attorney involved as soon as possible after suffering an injury to guard your rights and ensure you are compliant with all applicable legal deadlines.