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What is the statute of limitations on a medical malpractice suit?
Asked on Sep 24th, 2012 on Medical Malpractice - New York
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.Had surgery 3/2009,released with large open incision,MRSA and muscle loss. Had another surgery 4/2009-to correct first surgery. 3/2010 another surgery to rebuild abdomin and large hernias. Still under doctors care for pain and unable to perform certain daily chores.
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Generally in NY the S/L for medical malpractice is 2 1/2 years from the date of malpractice. It is extended by continuous treatment by the same facility or practitioner and is 2 1/2 years from the last treatment date. Hope this helps. Jeffrey M. Rich, Esq.
www.richandrich.com
212-406-0440
Representing malpractice victims in NY since 1990.
Answered on Sep 28th, 2012 at 8:32 AM