Is there a time limit on filing a claim or court action?
It is best to submit a claim as soon as possible, and yes, a claim may be submitted too late. To determine whether a claim is timely submitted, PG&E is guided by our claims experience and/or the applicable time limits (called statutes of limitations) for the filing of legal actions set by California or other applicable law. Our claims experience indicates that food spoilage and other similar claims should be made promptly and, therefore, such claims will only be paid if they are submitted and resolved within one year from the date of the incident. In addition, we refer to various statutes of limitations. Generally, the statute of limitations for filing an action involving personal injury is two years from the date of the incident; personal inconvenience (such as a meal out) is one year; business interruption or economic loss where there is no property damage is two years; and tangible property damage is three years. Give yourself ample time for the claim process. If your claim is not s
