Virginia Countertop Silicosis Lawsuit
Updated March 2026
Virginia At a Glance
- Statute of Limitations: 2 years
- SOL Type: Discovery rule applies
- Workers' Comp: Virginia workers' compensation does not bar a product liability claim against stone manufacturers.
- State Bar: Virginia Bar Association →
- Major City: Virginia Beach
- Major City: Norfolk
- Major City: Chesapeake
Filing Deadline in Virginia
Virginia has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. The Northern Virginia/DC metro area has countertop fabrication activity. The discovery rule may apply to latent diseases.
⚠️ 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 Virginia
Virginia 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 Virginia.
Do You Qualify? — Virginia Stone Workers
To have a viable silicosis claim in Virginia, 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 Virginia's 2-year filing window (discovery rule may extend this)
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Check My Eligibility →Frequently Asked Questions — Virginia
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Disclaimer: This page provides general information about Virginia'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 Virginia attorney can evaluate. Your immigration status does not affect your rights.