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How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit?

There is a general rule in Texas that you have two years. But there are also notice requirements that are important. For instance, some claims like a claim against a governmental entity, whether itā€™s a federal or local or state entity, the government has to give you permission to sue them.

Youā€™re not really allowed to sue the government, theyā€™ve got immunity. But in certain situations, theyā€™ll give you permission if you follow certain rules. And one of the rules is youā€™ve to give them notice within 180 days of the injury. And if you donā€™t give them a full notice and tell them what all they did wrong, and what all of your damages are, in that first 180 days, then youā€™re going to be barred from suing them later.

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