Medical Malpractice Rules in Rhode Island
The deadline to file a medical malpractice claim in Rhode Island, the discovery rule, and caps on damages.
Short answer: Three years from the incident. If the injury could not reasonably have been discovered at the time, the deadline is three years from when the malpractice should reasonably have been discovered. R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14.1
| Medical malpractice deadline | Three years from the incident. If the injury could not reasonably have been discovered at the time, the deadline is three years from when the malpractice should reasonably have been discovered. A minor on whose behalf no action was brought may sue up to age 21; for a person under mental disability, the deadline is three years after the disability ends. No separate outer limit (statute of repose) appears in the statute. Source: R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14.1 |
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FAQ
What is the statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Rhode Island?
Three years from the incident. If the injury could not reasonably have been discovered at the time, the deadline is three years from when the malpractice should reasonably have been discovered. A minor on whose behalf no action was brought may sue up to age 21; for a person under mental disability, the deadline is three years after the disability ends. No separate outer limit (statute of repose) appears in the statute.
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.