How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?
It depends on which state’s law applies. Missouri generally gives you five years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. Kansas gives you only two years. Medical malpractice and wrongful death claims can have different, sometimes shorter, deadlines in both states. Because the correct deadline depends on where the accident happened and what type of claim it is, it’s worth confirming your specific deadline rather than assuming either timeframe applies.
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