How Long To Sue
W. Va. Code § 55-2-12 and W. Va. Code § 55-2-6 — two years for an injury, five for an unwritten contract, ten for a written one
| The claim | Filed within |
|---|---|
| The claimPersonal injuries | Filed withinTwo years |
| The claimDamage to property | Filed withinTwo years |
| The claimAnother matter that would not survive a party's death | Filed withinOne year |
| The claimA contract not in writing, express or implied | Filed withinFive years |
| The claimA written contract signed by the party | Filed withinTen years |
Each period runs from when the right to bring the action accrued.
Other statutes set their own periods for particular claims. A particular deadline is a question for a licensed West Virginia attorney.
Sources for this section (2)
- W. Va. Code § 55-2-6 — Actions to recover on award or contract other than judgment or recognizance
- W. Va. Code § 55-2-12 — Personal actions not otherwise provided for
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed West Virginia attorney.