Virginia § 38.2-3540 - Legal actions
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 38.2-3540 — Legal actions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38.2-3540. Legal actions
Each group accident and sickness insurance policy shall contain a provision that no action at law or in equity shall be brought to recover on the policy within sixty days after proof of loss has been filed in accordance with the policy requirements and that no such action shall be brought after the expiration of three years from the time that proof of loss was required to be filed.
1986, c. 562.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 38.2-3540
What does Code of Virginia § 38.2-3540 cover?
Section 38.2-3540 ("Legal actions") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 38.2-3540?
A common citation format is "Code of Virginia § 38.2-3540" (Virginia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 38.2-3540 apply to my situation?
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