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Arkansas

  • SOL for Medical Malpractice Claims (Minor Plaintiffs): 11 years
  • SOL for Medical Malpractice Claims (Parental Claims): 2 years
  • SOL for Wrongful Death Claims: 2 years

Arkansas Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Claims (Minor Plaintiffs)

11 years: Ark. Stat. Ann. § 16-114-203: 11 years (tolled until 9th birthday).

Arkansas Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Claims (Parental Claims)

2 years: Ark. Stat. Ann. § 16-114-203: 2 years after negligence.

Arkansas Medical Malpractice Claim Caps

None (Constitutionally Prohibited).

Arkansas Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death Claims

2 years: Ark. Stat. Ann. § 16-114-203(a): “Except as otherwise provided in this section, all actions for medical injury shall be commenced within two (2) years after the cause of action accrues.” Two-year limitations period of Medical Malpractice Act controls where death ensues from medical injuries. Davis v. Parham, 208 S.W. 3d. 162 (2005).

Arkansas Wrongful Death Claim Caps

Not applicable for the state of Arkansas.

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If you or your child has suffered a birth injury due to medical malpractice or negligence, speak with our birth injury lawyers. We can answer your questions about the statute of limitations for birth injuries in your state.
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