Generally speaking, under Pennsylvania law you have two years from the date of an injury to take legal action against anyone who did you harm. Experienced lawyers know that is not a lot of time. In fact, do not have a moment to lose to protect your legal rights to compensation.
Preparing a solid case for damages after a Philadelphia spinal cord injury can depend, in part, on the injured person’s prognosis for recovery and future medical and other needs. Estimating those outcomes and requirements does not happen overnight. Doctors may need time to evaluate how a person with a spinal cord injury responds to treatment. The full scope of special needs might only come into focus after weeks or months.
Similarly, a lawyer may need time to evaluate the facts to determine who may have legal liability for a client’s spinal cord injuries. Gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and absorbing medical records takes time and effort.
In short, the outside time limit for taking legal action for a Philadelphia spinal cord injury is at most two years in the majority of cases. A skilled attorney—and the client’s interests—benefit from having every minute of that time possible. So, contact an attorney right away.