The statute of limitations or time within which to file your claim depends on the nature of the underlying incident that caused your injuries. In New York, personal injuries caused by the negligence of another have a 3-year statute of limitations. If the defendant caused a death, the statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of the death. Some claims require the filing of legal documents in as short as 90 days where the defendant is a state entity or a municipality (town, village, city or county that caused your injuries) and therefore it is important to review the facts of your case with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible to ensure your claim is timely.