What Is Mississippi's Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations?
In Mississippi, you generally have two years from the date of the negligent act or omission to pursue a medical malpractice claim against the doctor or medical provider. In situations where you did not know about your injury immediately, such as in the case of wrongful diagnosis, you will typically have two years from the date of discovery to take action. If you do not file a claim before the statute of limitations period expires, you will essentially lose your right to sue and will be unable to recover compensation for your injuries.
Considerable time and resources must be devoted to a medical malpractice claim before a lawsuit is ever filed, including gathering and reviewing medical records, consulting with expert witnesses, and satisfying certain notice requirements. For this reason, it is important that you act quickly and get an attorney involved in your claim as soon as possible to ensure your rights are protected.
