Legal Question in Insurance Law in West Virginia
Insurance Claim
How do I start action in a accident case so time restraints do not run out.
Asked on 5/14/08, 9:59 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Thomas Zimmerman
Zimmerman Law Office
Re: Insurance Claim
The Statute of Limitations in a motor vehicle accident in West Virginia is two years. Suit must be brought and the parties served to toll the statute. Ordinarily, a lawyer would evaluate who the defendants may be, what additional service may be required (ie the underinsurance carrier) and other factors to be sure there is no forfeiture.
Answered on 5/14/08, 10:46 am