In California, premises liability claims are considered a type of personal injury claim, which means they are subject to the same statute of limitations. According to California code of civil procedure section 335.1, you have two years from the date of your injury to file a claim. If you fail to file within this period, your case may be dismissed. 

However, if your premises liability claim involves a government entity, the process is slightly different. Under the California Government Claims Act, you must file a claim with the relevant government agency within six months of the accident. After the claim is either rejected or not addressed within 45 days, you can move forward with filing a lawsuit. 

Missing these deadlines can significantly impact your ability to pursue compensation.