Nursing Home Abuse & Elder Abuse Lawsuit in West Virginia

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Statute of Limitations

West Virginia's personal injury SOL is 2 years (W.Va. Code § 55-2-12). Elder abuse claims follow the same 2-year period. West Virginia's Medical Professional Liability Act (W.Va. Code § 55-7B-6) requires pre-suit notice and an expert screening certificate — consult local counsel on applicability.

2 years from date of injury

West Virginia Data

Exposure in West Virginia

Source: West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, 2024

Source: West Virginia Health Care Association, 2024

Source: WV Center on Budget & Policy, 2023

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in West Virginia

WVU Medicine Ruby Memorial Hospital — Level I Trauma

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