What Is the Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice is generally 3 years under NMSA 1978, § 41-5-13.
Medical malpractice Deadlines in New Mexico
How long do you have to file a medical malpractice claim in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice is generally 3 years under NMSA 1978, § 41-5-13.
When does the clock start for medical malpractice in New Mexico?
Three years from the act of malpractice.
Can the New Mexico deadline for medical malpractice be extended?
Loesch v. Henderson holds that § 41-5-22's tolling on submission of a claim to a medical review panel does not toll the general § 37-1-8 period for acts predating the Act. A minor's claim is subject to a hard cap under § 41-5-13 rather than general minority tolling. Repoint the URL.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in New Mexico?
Often, yes. Suit within 2 years under the Tort Claims Act under NMSA 1978, §§ 41-4-15, 41-4-16. The New Mexico Tort Claims Act allows two years to bring suit under § 41-4-15, cutting the general three-year injury period. Cozart v. Town of Bernalillo holds this two-year period, rather than the one-year limit in § 37-1-24 for suits against a city, town or…
How does New Mexico compare to other states for medical malpractice?
New Mexico's 3 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 51 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for medical malpractice ranges from 1 year to 4 years, and 2 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Medical Malpractice Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the medical malpractice deadline in New Mexico:
