What Is the Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice in Wyoming?
In Wyoming, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice is generally 2 years under Wyo. Stat. § 1-3-107.
Medical malpractice Deadlines in Wyoming
How long do you have to file a medical malpractice claim in Wyoming?
In Wyoming, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice is generally 2 years under Wyo. Stat. § 1-3-107.
When does the clock start for medical malpractice in Wyoming?
Two years from the act, or two years from discovery where the claimant can establish the act was not reasonably discoverable — the statute takes the GREATER of the two.
Can the Wyoming deadline for medical malpractice be extended?
Note the burden: the claimant must ESTABLISH non-discoverability or due diligence to get the discovery extension; it is not automatic. Minors injured by medical negligence have until their eighth birthday. Repoint the URL to § 1-3-107.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Wyoming?
Often, yes. Claim within 2 years; suit within 1 year of filing under Wyo. Stat. §§ 1-39-113, 1-39-114. The Wyoming Governmental Claims Act requires a claim to be presented to the governmental entity within two years of the act, and suit to be commenced within one year after the claim is filed. Wyoming also requires the claim to be signed and certified under pen…
How does Wyoming compare to other states for medical malpractice?
Wyoming's 2 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 Wyoming:
