New Mexico Countertop Silicosis Lawsuit
Updated March 2026
New Mexico At a Glance
- Statute of Limitations: 3 years
- SOL Type: Discovery rule applies
- Workers' Comp: New Mexico workers' compensation does not bar a product liability claim against stone manufacturers.
- State Bar: New Mexico Bar Association →
- Major City: Albuquerque
- Major City: Las Cruces
- Major City: Rio Rancho
Filing Deadline in New Mexico
New Mexico has a 3-year statute of limitations for product liability claims. The discovery rule applies.
⚠️ Important: Many workers don't connect their lung disease to engineered stone until years after exposure. Under the discovery rule, your deadline may start from when you discovered the connection. Don't assume you've missed your window — consult an attorney.
Workers' Compensation & Your Lawsuit Rights in New Mexico
New Mexico workers' compensation does not bar a product liability claim against stone manufacturers.
You can pursue both workers' compensation benefits and a product liability lawsuit against stone manufacturers simultaneously in most cases. An attorney can advise on coordination rules specific to New Mexico.
Do You Qualify? — New Mexico Stone Workers
To have a viable silicosis claim in New Mexico, you generally need to show:
- You worked with engineered stone countertops — cutting, grinding, polishing, installing, or fabricating
- You have been diagnosed with silicosis, PMF, lung cancer, or another occupational lung disease — or have significant respiratory symptoms after fabrication work
- You were not adequately warned about silicosis risks or provided proper respiratory protection
- You are within New Mexico's 3-year filing window (discovery rule may extend this)
Free Case Review — New Mexico Residents
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Check My Eligibility →Frequently Asked Questions — New Mexico
How long do I have to file a silicosis lawsuit in New Mexico?
Does New Mexico use a discovery rule for silicosis claims?
Does workers' comp prevent me from suing stone manufacturers in New Mexico?
Does my immigration status affect my silicosis claim in New Mexico?
Is there a cost to evaluate a silicosis claim in New Mexico?
Disclaimer: This page provides general information about New Mexico's statute of limitations for product liability claims. It is not legal advice. Individual deadlines and eligibility depend on specific facts that only a licensed New Mexico attorney can evaluate. Your immigration status does not affect your rights.