Virginia § 65.2-601 - Time for filing claim

Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 65.2-601 — Time for filing claim, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 65.2-601. Time for filing claim

The right to compensation under this title shall be forever barred, unless a claim be filed with the Commission within two years after the accident. Death benefits payable under this title shall be payable only if: (i) death results from the accident, (ii) a claim for benefits under this title has been filed within two years after the accident, and (iii) the claim for such death benefits is filed within two years from the date of death.

Code 1950, § 65-84; 1968, c. 660, § 65.1-87; 1975, c. 471; 1984, c. 231; 1991, c. 355.

Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 65.2-601

What does Code of Virginia § 65.2-601 cover?

Section 65.2-601 ("Time for filing claim") 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 § 65.2-601?

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