How Long Do I Have to File a Suit?

How long you have to file a lawsuit depends on what kind of case it is. New York state law has a different statute of limitations for different legal issues. To be able to file a suit, you will need to make sure that the case gets filed within the statute of limitations for the particular civil or criminal matter you are dealing with. Talking to an attorney as soon as possible can help you make sure that you get a suit filed within the appropriate amount of time to move forward.