What Is the Statute of Limitations for Product Liability in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the statute of limitations for product liability is generally 3 years under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14(b).
Product liability Deadlines in Rhode Island
How long do you have to file a product liability claim in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the statute of limitations for product liability is generally 3 years under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14(b).
When does the clock start for product liability in Rhode Island?
Three years for personal injury caused by a defective product, under the general injury period.
Can the Rhode Island deadline for product liability be extended?
This row previously claimed a ten-year cap from the date of purchase. That cap, in § 9-1-13(b), was ruled unconstitutional and does not apply. The discovery rule can delay accrual where the injury was not reasonably discoverable.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Rhode Island?
Often, yes. Written notice within 90 days under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-25. Section 9-1-25 requires written notice of a claim against a city or town within ninety days after the incident. That is a fraction of the three-year injury period and is easy to miss entirely. The State and its subdivisions also have damages caps. Not confirme…
How does Rhode Island compare to other states for product liability?
Rhode Island's 3 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 19 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for product liability ranges from 1 year to 6 years, and 2 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Product Liability Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the product liability deadline in Rhode Island:
