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Last reviewed: March 2, 2026How we research
Last reviewed against primary sources: March 2, 2026
Statute of Limitations
California has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, extended to 3 years for discovery of harm. Minors have 2 years from reaching age 18 to file. The discovery rule is particularly favorable for addiction claims where parents may not immediately connect harm to gaming.
3 years from discovery of harm; 2 years from age 18 for minor claimants
California Data
Exposure in California
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Source: ESA Industry Report 2023
Source: CA Dept of Education
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