{"id":5732,"date":"2025-11-03T04:07:01","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T04:07:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wnwlegal-migrate.cwdevelop.com\/?p=5732"},"modified":"2025-10-29T04:17:07","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T04:17:07","slug":"how-long-do-you-have-to-file-a-car-accident-claim-in-mississippi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wnwlegal-migrate.cwdevelop.com\/?p=5732","title":{"rendered":"How Long Do You Have To File a Car Accident Claim in Mississippi?"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you\u2019ve been injured in a car accident, the last thing on your mind is deadlines. But in Mississippi, acting quickly can mean the difference between recovering the compensation you deserve or walking away with nothing. At Williams Newman Williams<\/a>, we help injured clients across the state understand and meet the legal deadlines that apply to their car accident claims. If you wait too long, your rights may expire even if you have a strong case.<\/p>\n

What Is the Statute of Limitations for Car Accidents in Mississippi?<\/h2>\n

Mississippi law gives you three years<\/strong> from the date of your car accident<\/a> to file a personal injury or property damage lawsuit. This is outlined in Mississippi Code \u00a7 15-1-49. Once that three-year period passes, the court will almost always dismiss your case, no matter how serious your injuries are or how clear the other driver\u2019s fault may be.<\/p>\n

This deadline applies whether you\u2019re a driver, passenger, pedestrian, cyclist or motorcyclist, and whether you\u2019re filing for medical expenses, lost wages, vehicle damage, or pain and suffering.<\/p>\n

Exceptions That May Change Your Deadline<\/h2>\n

While three years is the general rule, certain situations can affect when the \u201cclock\u201d starts ticking or how long you have to file:<\/p>\n