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Originally Posted by redwitch
Be sure he files a claim soon. Not sure what the statute of limitations is in Washington but it is thirty days (or less) in some states. This is not filing a lawsuit, simply putting the company on notice that there is a potential claim. Usually, a certified letter giving the facts and out-of-pocket expenses to date is considered sufficient. You shouldn't have to put in a request for amount of possible settlement since all damages are not presently known.
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Notice of filing a claim statutes primarily to filing claims against municipalities. Never heard of one that was as short as 30 days and it certainly can't be confused with the statute of limitations, which for injury claims in Washington is 3 years the same as filing a notice of claim.
Washington State Personal Injury Laws & Statutory Rules - AllLaw.com
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