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Statute of Limitations on a Motorcycle Claim

You only have two years from your accident, after that, your right to compensation is gone forever. Missing this deadline shuts the door on recovering anything. If you are hurt in a motorcycle crash, call Puff Sierzega & MacFeeters Law Offices now. We will move fast to preserve your claim before time runs out.

When Does the Two-Year Deadline Start?

The statute of limitations typically begins on the date of the accident, not when you finish treatment or receive a final diagnosis for your motorcycle crash injuries. New Jersey courts apply this rule strictly and have explained that the discovery rule may delay the deadline only when an injury isn’t immediately known or reasonably discoverable.

Most motorcycle accident injuries, such as fractures, road rash, or head trauma, are apparent right away. That means the two-year clock usually starts the same day the crash happens.

Are There Exceptions That Can Extend the Deadline?

Some situations can change how the statute of limitations applies, but these exceptions are limited and fact-specific.

Claims Involving Minors

If the injured motorcyclist is under 18, the two-year clock usually doesn’t begin until they turn 18.

Claims Against Public Entities

If a public entity is involved, your time is even shorter: you must file notice within 90 days, or your case can be blocked completely—even if the two years haven’t expired. Act immediately or risk losing all rights.

What Happens if You Miss the Filing Deadline?

File after the statute expires, and your case will almost certainly be dismissed. You lose all leverage, permanently.

  • You can’t recover compensation through the courts
  • Your settlement options become very limited

Take note that insurers closely track deadlines and may delay negotiations, knowing time isn’t exactly on your side.

Why Timing Matters in Woodbury Motorcycle Accident Claims

Two years pass faster than you think. Evidence disappears quickly after a crash, road conditions change, surveillance is lost, and witnesses vanish. Moving immediately is the only way to protect your case and preserve vital evidence.

What Our Attorneys Can Do to Protect You

Our attorneys vigilantly track every critical deadline. If you wait, you could lose your chance. We immediately determine if any special rules apply, preserve crucial evidence, and prepare your claim well in advance. This urgency is essential for your recovery, don’t jeopardize your case by hesitating.

Talk to Our Woodbury Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Before Time Runs Out

If you’ve been injured, contact our motorcycle accident lawyers today. Waiting endangers your entire claim, reach Puff Sierzega & MacFeeters Law Offices now online or at 856-845-0011 before time runs out.