Virginia’s lawsuit deadline is short, and notice rules are shorter.
Deadlines
- Injury. Two years under § 8.01-243(A).
- Wrongful death. Two years after the death under § 8.01-244(B).
- Cities and counties. Written notice within six months under § 15.2-209.
- Commonwealth and transit districts. Notice within one year under § 8.01-195.6.
State claim cap
Recovery against the Commonwealth is limited to $100,000 or the applicable insurance limit, whichever is greater, under § 8.01-195.3.
More in the two-year deadline.