Statute of Limitations: 4-Year SOL From January 2021
An incident on January 1, 2021 with a 4-year limitations period means the deadline to file is January 1, 2025.
How to use this tool
- Enter incident date, limitations period and reference date (today) in the fields above.
- Results update instantly as you type — or click Calculate.
- Read your days remaining and the full breakdown beneath it.
Determine how many days are left before a 4-year statute of limitations deadline is reached.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a statute of limitations?
- A statute of limitations sets the maximum time after an event within which legal proceedings may be initiated. Once it expires, the claim is generally barred forever, regardless of its merit.
- When does the clock start?
- The start date depends on the jurisdiction and claim type. Some use the date the harm occurred ('occurrence rule'); others use the date the plaintiff discovered or reasonably should have discovered the harm ('discovery rule').
- Can the limitations period be paused?
- Yes. 'Tolling' can pause the clock in situations such as the defendant being out of the jurisdiction, the plaintiff being a minor, or fraudulent concealment. Consult an attorney to determine whether tolling applies.