When a child is hurt in a motor vehicle accident, parents are faced with a lot of extra responsibility. Caring for a seriously injured child takes a big financial and emotional toll. Already overwhelmed parents are surprised by how long it takes to settle their child’s ICBC claim.Infants’ ICBC claims take longer to settle because there are special considerations for injured children. Here is what parents should know.
Different Time Limits Apply to an Infant’s ICBC Claim
The general rule is that an adult has two years from the date of the accident to start a personal injury lawsuit. If the person is under the age of majority (19) at the time of the accident, the running of the two-year limitation period is postponed. That means aninfant must file their lawsuit before their 21