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Deadline in Connecticut

In Connecticut, the deadline to file a lawsuit for tort-based claims is set by Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-577. This statute establishes the time limit within which a plaintiff must commence an action. The rule applies broadly to claims for personal injury or property damage, requiring that the suit be brought within the period prescribed by the statute. The official source provides the exact language and any exceptions that may apply. The worked example below demonstrates how the deadline is calculated under this provision. For a precise estimate based on specific facts, the DocketMath calculator can compute the applicable deadline directly.

Governing authority

In Connecticut, the deadline rule is set by Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-577. The verified packet cites Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-577 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/current/pub/chap_926.htm#sec_52-577).

Connecticut deadline: governed by Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-577. The verified packet cites Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-577 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/current/pub/chap_926.htm#sec_52-577).

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This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.