Statute of Limitations and Repose

When making a defective product claim in North Carolina, there are two time limits you need to be aware of:

• Statute of limitations

  To meet the state’s statute of limitations, you must file a personal injury claim within three years from the date of injury or within two years for cases involving death.

• Statute of repose

  In North Carolina, you generally must file or resolve a defective product claim within 12 years from the date of manufacture or sale of the product unless it involves real estate, in which case, it is six years from the date of manufacture or sale. This is known as the statute of repose.

At HensonFuerst, we can explain these deadlines to you and help you get your claim started. Call our North Carolina defective product lawyers at (866) 777-1170 or fill out a free initial consultation form. We’re here to help.

Exceptions to the Deadlines

There are exceptions to both of these deadlines, so it is important that you seek professional legal help as soon as possible. Our North Carolina product liability lawyers can help you determine what the applicable time limit for your claim is.