Under Colorado Law, the applicable statute of limitations is determined by the nature of the action asserted. The following table is a guide to the applicable limitations periods and should not be substituted for the advice of an attorney. Please be aware that the name of the claim action chosen by the Plaintiff is not dispositive of the applicable limitations period. Courts will look to the true nature of the action regardless of the name used in the complaint. In addition, Colorado law sets forth when a cause of action accrues for each type of action.

 

Assault, intentional actions, battery, false imprisonment, false arrest, liable, slander, specific fraud and misrepresentation claims.	1 Year
Tort and Product Liability Actions Tort actions (negligence, trespass, premises liability, malicious abuse of process, outrageous conduct, interference with relationships, tortious breach of contract) (does not apply to any action arising out of the use or operation of a motor vehicle), strict liability, failure to warn, wrongful death, and actions against public or governmental entities (most). All negligence, breach of contract, or tort action against a health care provider or institution. Actions against architects, builders, engineers and inspectors based on their professional services. Product liability actions against manufacturers.	2 Years
Auto and Contract Actions Contract actions (including U.C.C. claims), most fraud, misrepresentation, concealment, deceit, breach of trust or fiduciary duty, Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Act, Colorado Auto Accident Reparations Act, all tort actions for bodily injury arising out of the use or operation of a motor vehicle. Uninsured or underinsured motorist actions (with exceptions).	3 Years
Debt Collection All actions to recover a liquidated debt, rent, or unpaid retirement contributions.	6 Years

In addition to issues of the accrual dates, the statute of limitations may also be tolled if the person is a minor (under 18), mentally incompetent, or legally disabled.

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