Statute of Limitations
Legal basis: LC §5405
Definition
The time limit within which an injured worker must file a workers' compensation claim. California generally requires filing within one year of the date of injury for specific injuries, or within one year of when the worker knew or should have known their condition was work-related for cumulative trauma claims.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Statute of Limitations?
The time limit within which an injured worker must file a workers' compensation claim. California generally requires filing within one year of the date of injury for specific injuries, or within one year of when the worker knew or should have known their condition was work-related for cumulative trauma claims.
What is the legal basis for Statute of Limitations in California workers' compensation?
Statute of Limitations is governed by LC §5405 under California workers' compensation law. This statute defines the requirements, procedures, and standards for statute of limitations in the workers' compensation system as of 2026.
What agency oversees statute of limitations in California?
Statute of Limitations falls under the jurisdiction of California's Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) per LC §5405. The DWC establishes rules, guidelines, and enforcement procedures to ensure compliance across the workers' compensation system.