Delaware Medical Malpractice Law at a Glance
Statute of Limitations
2 years from injury
Discovery Rule
3 years if not reasonably discoverable
Damage Cap
None
Key Statute
DE medical malpractice law
State-specific statutes and case law govern filing deadlines and damage limitations.
Filing Exceptions & Tolling Provisions in Delaware
The following exceptions may extend or modify the standard filing deadline in Delaware:
- Minors under 6: file until 6th birthday
- Affidavit of merit required
- Concealment tolls
Medical Malpractice in Delaware
No notable verdicts are currently in our database for Delaware. This does not mean cases are not being filed — Delaware has an active medical malpractice docket. Contact us for information about recent cases in your jurisdiction.
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