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New York — Statute of Limitations

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2.5 years

Statute of limitations for medical malpractice

N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214

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Medical Malpractice Statute Of Limitations in New York

New York’s medical malpractice statute of limitations is governed by N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214, which establishes a three-year window for filing a claim. This period generally begins to run from the date of the alleged malpractice, though the statute sets out exceptions that may alter the start date. The verified figure of three years appears in the worked example below, which illustrates a straightforward application of the rule. Because the statute also provides for certain tolling provisions and other exceptions, the exact deadline in any case depends on the specific circumstances. Readers are directed to the calculator to estimate their own potential filing deadline based on the facts of their matter.

Governing authority

In New York, the statute of limitations rule is set by N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214. The verified packet cites N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214 (https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/CVP/214).

Deadline example

For a New York medical malpractice limitations check, use the verified limitations period from the current rule packet: 3 years. The authority packet cites N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214 (https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/CVP/214).

Example inputs:

• Accrual date: 2024-04-25
• Filing date checked: 2026-04-25

Calculation:

• Start with the accrual date.
• Add 3 years.
• The example deadline is 2027-04-25.

This example is generated from the verified facts packet rather than freeform prose. Confirm tolling, discovery rules, and claim-specific exceptions before relying on the date.

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the medical malpractice statute of limitations calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.