What Is the Statute of Limitations for Product Liability in Washington?
In Washington, the statute of limitations for product liability is generally 3 years under RCW 7.72.060(3).
Product liability Deadlines in Washington
How long do you have to file a product liability claim in Washington?
In Washington, the statute of limitations for product liability is generally 3 years under RCW 7.72.060(3).
When does the clock start for product liability in Washington?
Three years from when the claimant discovered or in the exercise of due diligence should have discovered the harm and its cause.
Can the Washington deadline for product liability be extended?
Washington is one of the few states with a dedicated product-liability limitations statute rather than a doctrinal mapping onto the general tort period. Subsections (1) and (2) address useful safe life and the presumption that harm after twelve years falls outside it.
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 product liability?
Washington'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 Washington:
