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Last reviewed against primary sources: June 12, 2026
Statute of Limitations
Alabama's general personal injury SOL is 2 years (Code of Alabama § 6-2-38). The elder abuse/neglect claim under the Adult Protective Services Act follows the general 2-year limitation period. Claims against state-operated facilities require compliance with the Alabama Claims Against the State Act, including a 2-year notice period filed with the Board of Adjustment.
2 years from date of injury or discovery
Exposure in Alabama
Source: Alabama Department of Public Health, 2024
Source: Alabama Nursing Home Association, 2024
Source: CMS Care Compare, 2025