Statute of Limitations

The statute of limitations is a time limit set by law which creates a deadline for filing a lawsuit. If you file your suit after the deadline the suit will be thrown out. Each state has its own special requirements and some states allow extensions or have exceptions to their time limits. In Texas, unless a RARE exception applies, you have two years from the date of the alleged malpractice in order to file your lawsuit. In some cases, the running of the statute of limitations for an injured child is postponed until the child reaches a certain age. 

If you think you may have a claim for medical malpractice you should contact us as soon as possible to learn the precise deadline in your state. There may be a great deal of work to do to prepare your case before it can be filed.

 
Another benefit to starting the claim as soon as possible is that sometimes there are important records that can be obtained before they are destroyed or reduced to microfilm. The prompt collection of evidence can make a big difference in successfully proving your case.