A patient has only three years after an injury to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. If the patient did not discover the injury immediately, the law permits them to file suit within one year of the date they discovered their condition. However, if five years have elapsed since the injury occurred, the patient may not bring a medical malpractice lawsuit, even if they just discovered the injury.
Seeking advice from an attorney soon after the discovery of an injury is a wise move. A local healthcare negligence legal representative could preserve a patient’s right to sue by ensuring all filing deadlines are met.