Special Exceptions to Prescription

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Certain situations may delay or extend the claim period:

Claims Involving Minors

If the injured person is under 18, the 3-year period usually starts only once they turn 18.

Mental Incapacity

If a person is mentally incapacitated and unable to manage their affairs, courts may allow an exception to the standard time limits.

These matters can be legally complex and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

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