Deadlines to File an Injury Lawsuit in Nevada
How long you have to sue in Nevada for an injury, property damage, medical malpractice or wrongful death, and the shorter deadline for claims against the government.
Short answer: Two years for an action to recover damages for injuries to a person caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another (with exceptions in NRS 11.215 and 11.217). NRS 11.190(4)(c), (e)
| Deadline to sue for an injury | Two years for an action to recover damages for injuries to a person caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another (with exceptions in NRS 11.215 and 11.217). Two years also applies to libel, slander, assault, battery and false imprisonment. Source: NRS 11.190(4)(c), (e) |
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| Deadline to sue for property damage | Three years for taking, detaining or injuring personal property. Source: NRS 11.190(3)(c) |
| Medical malpractice deadline | For injuries or deaths occurring on or after October 1, 2023: within 3 years after the date of injury or 2 years after the patient discovers or reasonably should have discovered the injury, whichever comes first. (For injuries from October 1, 2002 to September 30, 2023, the discovery period was 1 year.) The time is paused while the provider conceals information. Source: NRS 41A.097 |
| Wrongful death deadline | Two years for an action to recover damages for the death of a person caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another. Wrongful death claims against health care providers follow the medical malpractice deadline in NRS 41A.097. Source: NRS 11.190(4)(e); NRS 41A.097 |
| Suing the government | A tort claim against the state should be filed with the Attorney General, and a claim against a city, county or other political subdivision with its governing body, within 2 years after the claim accrues; however, filing the claim is not a condition for bringing a lawsuit. Awards against the state, political subdivisions and their officers or employees may not exceed $200,000 per claimant (not counting interest after judgment) and may not include punitive damages. Cap: https://www.leg.state.nv.us/NRS/NRS-041.html#NRS041Sec035 Source: NRS 41.035, 41.036 |
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FAQ
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury in Nevada?
Two years for an action to recover damages for injuries to a person caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another (with exceptions in NRS 11.215 and 11.217). Two years also applies to libel, slander, assault, battery and false imprisonment.
How long do you have to sue for property damage in Nevada?
Three years for taking, detaining or injuring personal property.
What is the statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Nevada?
For injuries or deaths occurring on or after October 1, 2023: within 3 years after the date of injury or 2 years after the patient discovers or reasonably should have discovered the injury, whichever comes first. (For injuries from October 1, 2002 to September 30, 2023, the discovery period was 1 year.) The time is paused while the provider conceals information.
How long do you have to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Nevada?
Two years for an action to recover damages for the death of a person caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another. Wrongful death claims against health care providers follow the medical malpractice deadline in NRS 41A.097.
How do you file an injury claim against the government in Nevada?
A tort claim against the state should be filed with the Attorney General, and a claim against a city, county or other political subdivision with its governing body, within 2 years after the claim accrues; however, filing the claim is not a condition for bringing a lawsuit. Awards against the state, political subdivisions and their officers or employees may not exceed $200,000 per claimant (not counting interest after judgment) and may not include punitive damages.
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.