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Hair Relaxer Deadlines and Filing Tracker
Use this page to follow deadline urgency and MDL progress signals in one place.
Last updated: March 31, 2026
Deadline Tracker Snapshot
Case: Hair Relaxer MDL 3060
Expected Bellwether Window
Bellwether sequencing is expected after current scheduling and expert phases.
Settlement Program Status
No global settlement filing deadline has been announced.
State Statute of Limitations Highlights
These are general reference ranges, not legal advice. Exact filing deadlines vary by facts, tolling rules, and jurisdiction.
| State | Typical Limit | Common Trigger |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 years | From injury discovery in most product-liability claims |
| Texas | 2 years | Often from diagnosis or discovery date |
| Florida | 2 to 4 years | Varies by claim type and filing theory |
| New York | 3 years | Typically from injury date or discovery period |
| Illinois | 2 years | Commonly from when injury was discovered |
Settlement and Opt-Out Deadlines
- Settlement filing status: No global settlement filing deadline has been announced.
- Opt-out / election status: No opt-out deadline announced at this time.
- Action step: Start claim review now to protect your filing window and evidence record.