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Last reviewed: June 12, 2026How we research
Last reviewed against primary sources: June 12, 2026
Statute of Limitations
2-year statute of limitations for personal injury under Va. Code § 8.01-243. Virginia follows pure contributory negligence — one of only 5 states where any percentage of plaintiff fault bars recovery entirely. Insurance companies aggressively argue shared fault in Virginia claims.
2 years from accident date
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Exposure in Virginia
Source: Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
Source: Virginia State Bar / Insurance Data
Source: NHTSA FARS Database
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