AFFF Firefighting Foam Lawsuit in Rhode Island

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Statute of Limitations

Rhode Island has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14. The discovery rule applies to toxic exposure injuries, and Rhode Island courts have been receptive to delayed discovery arguments in environmental cases.

3 years from discovery

Rhode Island Data

Exposure in Rhode Island

Source: DoD PFAS Installation Database 2023

Source: DoD PFAS Installation Database 2023

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in Rhode Island

Lifespan Cancer Institute at Rhode Island Hospital

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