Virginia Hair Relaxer Cancer Lawsuit
Updated March 2026
Virginia At a Glance
- Statute of Limitations: 2 years
- SOL Type: Date-of-injury rule
- Black Population: Approx. 20% of state population
- State Bar: Virginia Bar Association →
- Major City: Virginia Beach
- Major City: Norfolk
- Major City: Chesapeake
Filing Deadline in Virginia
Virginia has a 2-year statute of limitations for product liability claims. Virginia generally uses an occurrence (not discovery) rule, meaning the clock typically starts when the injury occurs. This makes early consultation especially important. Virginia has a significant Black female population, particularly in Northern Virginia and the Hampton Roads area.
⚠️ Important: Many women who used hair relaxers didn't connect their cancer diagnosis to product use until after the NIH Sister Study was published in October 2022. Under the discovery rule, your deadline may start from when you discovered (or should have discovered) this connection. Do not assume you've missed your deadline — consult an attorney first.
Do You Qualify? — Virginia Residents
To have a viable hair relaxer cancer claim in Virginia, you generally need:
- A history of chemical hair relaxer or straightener use, especially regular/frequent use over years
- A diagnosis of uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, endometriosis, or uterine fibroids
- Your claim is within Virginia's 2-year filing window (with discovery rule considerations)
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Check My Eligibility →Frequently Asked Questions — Virginia
How long do I have to file a hair relaxer cancer lawsuit in Virginia?
Does Virginia use a discovery rule for hair relaxer cancer claims?
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Can I file a hair relaxer cancer claim if I was diagnosed in Virginia but used the products elsewhere?
Is there a cost to file a hair relaxer cancer claim in Virginia?
Disclaimer: This page provides general information about Virginia's statute of limitations for product liability claims. It is not legal advice. Individual deadlines and eligibility depend on specific facts that only a licensed Virginia attorney can evaluate.