Nursing Home Abuse & Elder Abuse Lawsuit in Alabama

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