Limitation Period Calculator
Calculate the deadline for bringing a civil claim in England & Wales. Covers personal injury, contract, negligence, judicial review, defamation, land, and more.
Calculator — accuracy depends on current rates
This calculator uses the rules and figures published on the dates shown. Rates, thresholds, and fees change — always verify the current figure on the official government website before paying or filing. The output is not legal advice.
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When to use this tool
Use this calculator as soon as you think you may have a legal claim. Limitation periods begin running from the date of the incident, breach, or discovery of harm — and once they expire you normally cannot start proceedings. Check your deadline early so you have time to obtain legal advice.
Limitation Period Calculator
For personal injury, this may be the date you first had knowledge of your injury rather than the incident date.
Next steps
Read the full guide
- Small Claims Track: Procedure, Fees and CostsSmall claims track guide: the £10,000 limit, current fees, directions, informal hearings, the limited-costs rule and how to appeal on form N164.
- The Judicial Review Process: Step by StepStep-by-step guide to judicial review in England & Wales: pre-action protocol letter, the 3-month time limit, permission stage, court fees and remedies.
- Bringing a Civil Money Claim in the County CourtHow to bring a county court money claim: letter before claim, N1 or online claim, current court fees, mediation, the hearing and enforcing judgment.