How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Florida?

For most negligence-based personal injury claims in Florida, the statute of limitations is now two years. Under Fla. Stat. $95.11, as amended by the 2023 tort reform, the deadline to file a general negligence lawsuit was shortened from four years to two years for causes of action accruing on or after March 24, 2023. Claims that accrued before that date generally remain subject to the older four-year deadline, so for the next several years the two systems run in parallel depending on the date of the accident. Missing the deadline generally bars the claim entirely, regardless of how strong it is, so it is critical to be aware of the applicable deadline and to consult an attorney well before it approaches. This is general information, not legal advice about any specific claim.