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Pennsylvania — Statute of Limitations

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Statute of limitations for unjust enrichment

42 Pa.C.S. § 5524

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Unjust Enrichment Statute Of Limitations in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania General Assembly codified the statute of limitations for unjust enrichment claims at 42 Pa.C.S. § 5524, establishing a two-year filing window. This section governs actions for recovery of money or property based on an implied or quasi-contract, requiring claimants to commence suit within two years from the date the cause of action accrued. The official text of the statute is accessible through the Pennsylvania legislature’s website. The verified figure of two years appears in the worked example below, which demonstrates the calculation. For those seeking to determine whether their claim falls within this period, DocketMath’s calculator can estimate the remaining time based on the specific facts of the case.

Governing authority

In Pennsylvania, the statute of limitations rule is set by 42 Pa.C.S. § 5524. The verified packet cites 42 Pa.C.S. § 5524 (https://www.legis.state.pa.us/WU01/LI/LI/CT/HTM/42/00.055.024.000..HTM).

Deadline example

For a Pennsylvania unjust enrichment limitations check, use the verified limitations period from the current rule packet: 2 years. The authority packet cites 42 Pa.C.S. § 5524 (https://www.legis.state.pa.us/WU01/LI/LI/CT/HTM/42/00.055.024.000..HTM).

Example inputs:

• Accrual date: 2024-04-25
• Filing date checked: 2026-04-25

Calculation:

• Start with the accrual date.
• Add 2 years.
• The example deadline is 2026-04-25.

This example is generated from the verified facts packet rather than freeform prose. Confirm tolling, discovery rules, and claim-specific exceptions before relying on the date.

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the unjust enrichment statute of limitations calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.