is there any way around a medial/dental malpractice statute of limitations?

       In Wisconsin, there is a  three (3) year limitation to filing an action for medical malpractice. This would include dental care as well. Failure to file  a lawsuit within three years forever bars your claim. There is an exception to the three year rule under the "discovery rule." I wrote a blog about the discovery rule at our firm's web site under the personal injury category. However, even with that exception, the statutory limitation is no later than 5 years after the occurrence, even if the discovery rule could be argued. Since you are 8 years out, your case unfortunately at this point is completely barred under the law, even assuming you have a viable claim for professional dental malpractice.