Medical Malpractice Rules in Minnesota
The deadline to file a medical malpractice claim in Minnesota, the discovery rule, and caps on damages.
Short answer: Four years from the date the cause of action accrued for a malpractice action against a physician, surgeon, dentist, other health care professional, hospital or treatment facility. Minn. Stat. §§ 541.076, 573.02, subd. 1
| Medical malpractice deadline | Four years from the date the cause of action accrued for a malpractice action against a physician, surgeon, dentist, other health care professional, hospital or treatment facility. A wrongful death action based on medical negligence must be filed within three years of the death, but not later than the four-year malpractice limit. |
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FAQ
What is the statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Minnesota?
Four years from the date the cause of action accrued for a malpractice action against a physician, surgeon, dentist, other health care professional, hospital or treatment facility. A wrongful death action based on medical negligence must be filed within three years of the death, but not later than the four-year malpractice limit.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.