What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury in Washington?
In Washington, the statute of limitations for personal injury is generally 3 years under RCW 4.16.080(2).
Personal injury Deadlines in Washington
How long do you have to file a personal injury claim in Washington?
In Washington, the statute of limitations for personal injury is generally 3 years under RCW 4.16.080(2).
When does the clock start for personal injury in Washington?
Three years for an action for taking, detaining, or injuring personal property, or for any other injury to the person or rights of another not otherwise enumerated.
Can the Washington deadline for personal injury be extended?
Defamation and the intentional torts are pulled out into the two-year section, RCW 4.16.100. Section 4.16.190 tolls for minority and incapacity. Claims against a government entity require a tort claim form and a 60-day waiting period.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Washington?
Often, yes. Tort claim form plus a 60-day waiting period under RCW 4.96.020, 4.92.100. Washington does not use a short notice deadline of the New York or New Jersey kind. Instead a standard tort claim form must be filed with the local government entity under RCW 4.96.020 (or with the Office of Risk Management for state claims under RCW 4.92.100)…
How does Washington compare to other states for personal injury?
Washington's 3 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 51 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for personal injury ranges from 1 year to 6 years, and 2 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Personal Injury Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the personal injury deadline in Washington:
