The discovery rule begins to run when a plaintiff knows or reasonably should know of the injury and its cause. This means that the statute of limitations does not start until the injured party is aware of the facts that would lead a reasonable person to investigate further. In some cases, it may also start when the injury is discovered, even if the full extent of the injury is not yet known. The specifics can vary by jurisdiction and the type of claim involved.
That statute of limitations for medical malpractice varies from state to state usually from one to four years. Some states also provide a stipulation that can add to that number called "the discovery rule." The discovery rule allows for the date to begin from the time that the illness or injury caused by medical malpractice is first discovered. The articles below discuss the statute of limitations further as well as the discovery rule.
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Rule 190. Discovery limitations
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The statute of limitations in Ohio for negligence is two years with the discovery rule, for medical malpractice is one year with the discovery rule, and two years for fraud from time of discovery.
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The statue of limitations in Pennsylvania for personal injury lawsuits is two years with the discovery rule.
One year from the date of discovery of injury or ailment caused by initial medical malpractice. This is called the "discovery rule." The article below goes into more detail concerning medical malpractice statutes of limitations in the US.
The statue of limitations for medical malpractice suits in Tennessee is one year with the discovery rule. The discovery rule is a stipulation that allows for the statue of limitations to commence upon discovery of the illness or injury caused by medical malpractice. The article below explains further the connection between medical malpractice and the discovery rule.
No, it only applies to chattels.
The statute of limitations in South Dakota for negligence is three years with the discovery rule.