Florida Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations

to file a medical malpractice claim in Florida — under Fla. Stat. § 95.11(5)(c).

Discovery rule: 2 years from discovery

Outer limit: 4 years from the incident, regardless of discovery (except fraud/concealment, extended 2 years from discovery up to 7 years total)

A minor has until their 8th birthday even if that is later than the 4-year cap.

Not legal advice — and missing this deadline can end your case. These are general filing deadlines under each state's statute. Your actual deadline can be shorter or longer: many states toll the clock for minors, apply a "discovery rule" when an injury isn't immediately obvious, or give you far less time to sue a government agency. Confirm your specific deadline with a licensed attorney in your state before relying on any date here.

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