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Statute of Limitations
Rhode Island applies a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims under R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14. The discovery rule applies to latent disease claims, beginning when the plaintiff knew or should have known of the injury and its cause.
3 years from discovery
Rhode Island Data
Exposure in Rhode Island
Source: URI Cooperative Extension; Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
Source: Rhode Island General Assembly; Providence City Council Records
Medical Resources