Arkansas Medical Malpractice Law at a Glance
Statute of Limitations
2 years from wrongful act
Discovery Rule
Foreign objects only
Damage Cap
None
Key Statute
AR medical malpractice law
State-specific statutes and case law govern filing deadlines and damage limitations.
Filing Exceptions & Tolling Provisions in Arkansas
The following exceptions may extend or modify the standard filing deadline in Arkansas:
- Foreign object: 1 year from discovery
- Minors under 9: file until 11th birthday
- Fraudulent concealment tolls
Medical Malpractice in Arkansas
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