Kentucky Medical Malpractice Law at a Glance
Statute of Limitations
1 year from discovery, 5-year limit
Discovery Rule
1 year from discovery
Damage Cap
None
Key Statute
KY medical malpractice law
State-specific statutes and case law govern filing deadlines and damage limitations.
Filing Exceptions & Tolling Provisions in Kentucky
The following exceptions may extend or modify the standard filing deadline in Kentucky:
- Minors: tolled until age 18
- Wrongful death: 1 year from estate appointment
- Fraudulent concealment tolls
Medical Malpractice in Kentucky
No notable verdicts are currently in our database for Kentucky. This does not mean cases are not being filed — Kentucky has an active medical malpractice docket. Contact us for information about recent cases in your jurisdiction.
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