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People's Justice Legal Research Team
Statute of Limitations
Washington has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury from truck accidents (RCW § 4.16.080). Modified comparative fault with 51% bar. Wrongful death has a 3-year SOL under RCW § 4.16.080. Claims against WSDOT or state entities require compliance with the Washington Tort Claims Act (RCW § 4.92.100) — notice within 3 years.
3 years from date of accident
Washington Data
Exposure in Washington
Source: WSDOT Commercial Vehicle Data 2024
Source: NHTSA FARS 2024
Source: Northwest Seaport Alliance
Medical Resources