Mississippi Medical Malpractice Law at a Glance
Statute of Limitations
2 years from discovery, 7-year limit
Discovery Rule
2 years from discovery
Damage Cap
$500,000
Key Statute
MS medical malpractice law
State-specific statutes and case law govern filing deadlines and damage limitations.
Filing Exceptions & Tolling Provisions in Mississippi
The following exceptions may extend or modify the standard filing deadline in Mississippi:
- 60-day pre-suit notice
- Minors under 6: file until 8th birthday
- Foreign object exempt from 7-year limit
Medical Malpractice in Mississippi
No notable verdicts are currently in our database for Mississippi. This does not mean cases are not being filed — Mississippi has an active medical malpractice docket. Contact us for information about recent cases in your jurisdiction.
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