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Last reviewed: June 12, 2026How we research
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Statute of Limitations
Tennessee Code Annotated § 28-3-104 provides a 1-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. Tennessee courts apply the discovery rule from date of mesothelioma diagnosis, but the 1-year window is extremely tight. Contact an attorney within days of diagnosis.
1 year from diagnosis — CRITICAL URGENCY
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Exposure in Tennessee
Source: Tennessee Cancer Registry 2024
Source: T.C.A. § 28-3-104
Source: NIOSH Tennessee Occupational Data
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