In many personal injury claims, the usual time limit is three years from the date of the accident.

For children, the three year period usually does not start until their 18th birthday. This means they generally have until their 21st birthday to start a claim. A parent or guardian can usually bring a claim on the child’s behalf before then.

Different rules can apply in some cases, including claims involving people who lack mental capacity or cases where the date of knowledge is disputed.

It is sensible to seek advice as early as possible so evidence can be preserved.