The governing jurisdiction matters
Time limits are created by the law that applies to the claim. The location of the event, parties involved, court, and type of claim may all affect which rule must be researched.
The facts may change the analysis
Rules can treat minors, delayed discovery, absent defendants, wrongful death, and other circumstances differently. A general article cannot determine whether an exception, pause, or separate deadline applies.
Notice can be different from filing
Some potential defendants—particularly government bodies—may be subject to notice procedures distinct from a lawsuit filing deadline. The required recipient, content, and timing are jurisdiction-specific.
Ask for a fact-specific review promptly
Preserving evidence and identifying parties can also become harder with time. Give a qualified local lawyer the dates and documents needed to research the applicable rules rather than relying on a nationwide deadline chart.