Whats the statute of limitations on past due medical bills in Indiana?

Answer 1

Indiana's statute of limitations for medical malpractice laws are pretty harsh in comparison with other states. It is two years from date of act or omission WITHOUT any discovery rule-which allows for the statute to start from the date of the discovery of the illness or injury caused by medical malpractice.

Answer 2

I am a resident of Indiana ,I have had a judgement against me since January 2000,It was a Promissory note between Partners ,what is the statute of limitations regarding Indiana law for this type ?The Creditor has neber extended the Judgement for past 14 years ,can he do so now at this time ? Please advise and thanks

Answer 3

Indiana has set the statute of limitations for filing a suit at 2 years for medical malpractice. That will be from the time of the injury or when it was discovered. There can be situations that will toll it for a longer period.

Answer 4

According to the Indiana code, the utility company has 10 years to bring suit for non payment of a utility bill. In practice, most will file suit long before that.

Answer 5

Collection of Debt on Account6 yrs. §34-11-2-7Court Awarded Judgments20 yrs. §34-11-2-12

Answer 6

Two years from date of act or omission-medical malpractice. Indiana does not have a "discovery rule" statute like most states.

Answer 7

Yes, debts have a statute of limitations. In Indiana, for a debt it is ten years.