Are there time limits for filing a medical negligence case?
A. If you or a member of your family has been injured by a doctor or other healthcare provider, you should contact an attorney as soon as possible. Arkansas law provides a very short period of time to file a claim for medical negligence. The time limit for filing a lawsuit is called a “statute of limitations.” The statute of limitations for medical negligence is generally two years from the date of the negligent act. There are very limited exceptions to this time restraint. Medical negligence cases are time consuming to evaluate. We cannot file a case until we have appropriate medical support. Consequently, do not delay in contacting an attorney. You may be unable to find an attorney willing to review a medical negligence case if the statute of limitations is about to expire. Even if you do not fully understand the extent of your injuries, you should contact an attorney promptly. Many people wait to see if they will get better and allow the statute of limitations to expire.
