{"id":3546,"date":"2026-07-06T06:24:56","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T06:24:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spinaladvocacygroup.com\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/florida-statute-limitations-catastrophic-injury\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T01:20:30","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T01:20:30","slug":"florida-statute-limitations-catastrophic-injury","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/catastrophic-back-neck-injuries\/florida-statute-limitations-catastrophic-injury\/","title":{"rendered":"Florida Statute of Limitations: Catastrophic Injury"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Florida Deadlines Don't Wait \u2014 Neither Should Your Claim<\/h1>

If a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or another catastrophic back or neck injury changed your life, Florida law sets strict time limits for filing a claim. Understanding those deadlines is one of the most important steps you can take.<\/p>

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By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published July 07, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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Statute of Limitations for Catastrophic Injury Claims in Florida: How Long You Have to File<\/h2>\n

In most cases, the Florida statute of limitations for catastrophic injury<\/strong> claims based on negligence is two years<\/strong> from the date the injury happens. This deadline applies to causes of action that arose on or after March 24, 2023, under Fla. Stat. \u00a795.11<\/a>. But the exact deadline depends on your facts\u2014and missing it can end your case for good.<\/p>\n

This page explains the filing deadlines that apply to catastrophic spinal cord injuries, paralysis, and permanent back and neck injuries. We wrote it in plain language for people facing a life-altering injury. It’s general information, not legal advice about your specific situation.<\/p>\n\n

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Why the Filing Deadline Matters After a Catastrophic Injury<\/h2>\n

A statute of limitations is a legal deadline to file a lawsuit. If you miss it, you usually lose your right to recover compensation\u2014no matter how severe your injury is.<\/p>\n

That’s a hard rule. It doesn’t bend just because someone suffered paralysis or a permanent spinal cord injury. A court can dismiss even a strong case if you file too late.<\/p>\n

We know deadlines are easy to overlook after a catastrophic injury. You may be focused on surgery, rehab, breathing support, or learning to live with permanent impairment. Spinal cord injuries can cause lasting loss of movement and sensation, plus problems with the bladder, bowel, and breathing, according to Mayo Clinic<\/a>. Time passes fast during recovery.<\/p>\n

This page focuses only on catastrophic injuries. That means spinal cord injuries, paraplegia, quadriplegia, and other permanent, life-altering back or neck injuries.<\/p>\n

Florida’s General Deadline for Catastrophic Injury Claims (Negligence)<\/h2>\n

For most negligence claims, Florida now gives you two years to file a lawsuit. A 2023 tort reform law (HB 837) shortened the old four-year deadline.<\/p>\n

Here’s how the timing works under Fla. Stat. \u00a795.11<\/a>:<\/p>\n