What Is the Statute of Limitations for Product Liability in Virginia?
In Virginia, the statute of limitations for product liability is generally 2 years under Va. Code §§ 8.01-243, 8.01-246(C).
Product liability Deadlines in Virginia
How long do you have to file a product liability claim in Virginia?
In Virginia, the statute of limitations for product liability is generally 2 years under Va. Code §§ 8.01-243, 8.01-246(C).
When does the clock start for product liability in Virginia?
Two years for personal injury from a defective product, by the express cross-reference in § 8.01-246(C).
Can the Virginia deadline for product liability be extended?
Property damage from the product runs five years under § 8.01-243(B); damage to the product itself falls under the UCC period in § 8.2-725. Virginia is one of the few states where the product-liability mapping is stated in the statute rather than left to case law.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Virginia?
Often, yes. Written notice within 1 year (6 months for localities) under Va. Code §§ 8.01-195.6, 15.2-209. Under the Virginia Tort Claims Act, written notice of a claim against the Commonwealth must be filed within one year of accrual (§ 8.01-195.6). Claims against a city, town, or county require notice within six months under § 15.2-209. The two regimes are separa…
How does Virginia compare to other states for product liability?
Virginia's 2 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 Virginia:
