Tolling

/ˈtoʊlɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The legal suspension or pausing of a statute of limitations period. During tolling, the time limit for filing a lawsuit stops running, giving plaintiffs additional time to bring their claims.

Etymology

From Old French 'toller' meaning 'to take away' or 'remove,' derived from Latin 'tollere' (to lift up, remove). The legal concept developed from the idea of 'lifting' or suspending the normal operation of time limits.

Kelly Says

Tolling is like hitting the pause button on legal deadlines—if you're a minor, mentally incapacitated, or the defendant is hiding, the law stops the countdown clock until you're able to discover and pursue your claim!

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