Can I still sue if I was unaware that 9 years ago a doctor put screw in the wrong place?
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Can I still sue if I was unaware that 9 years ago a doctor put screw in the wrong place?
I just found out about this 10 months ago.
Asked on December 30, 2015 under Malpractice Law, Illinois
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
Unfortunately, it is too late to file your lawsuit for medical malpractice because the statute of limitations has tolled (expired).
The statute of limitations in IL for filing a medical malpractice claim states that an adult can never file a medical malpractice claim more than 4 years after the negligent act.
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