There are 2 important filing deadlines if you were involved in a Grand Rapids pedestrian accident. First, you have 1 year from the date of the accident to file an application for PIP benefits. If you have residual medical expenses, they must be submitted within 1 year from the date of service. Second, if you meet the severe injury threshold needed to bring a third-party liability claim, you have 3 years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.