In every state, there are time limits for the filing of lawsuits and other civil actions called “statutes of limitations.” California’s civil statute of limitations laws are not too different from those of other states. Depending on the type of case or procedure, California’s statutes of limitations range from one year to 10 years. The point at which the clock starts ticking typically is the date of the incident or discovery of a wrong. – See more at: http://statelaws.findlaw.com/california-law/california-civil-statute-of-limitations-laws.html#sthash.aTrRE2U2.dpuf
