Statute of Limitations
Colorado has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims from the date of discovery.
2 years from discovery of injury and PFAS connection
Where to File in Colorado
Colorado personal injury claims are governed by C.R.S. § 13-80-102, providing a 2-year limitations period from discovery. Federal PFAS claims proceed in MDL 2873 (D.S.C.). Peterson Space Force Base and Fort Carson, both in Colorado Springs, are the primary military PFAS contamination sources. The Colorado Springs Utilities municipal water system has documented PFAS contamination connected to military base sources. Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora is an additional contamination site in the metro area. Colorado residents should act promptly given the 2-year limitations period.
Exposure in Colorado
Source: Colorado CDPHE PFAS Investigation Report 2022
Source: DoD PFAS Installation Database 2023