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Medical malpractice claims: harm and next steps in Louisiana
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| Filing deadline | 1 year from discovery; 3-year outer limit; Medical Review Panel requiredLa. R.S. § 9 |
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Deadlines vary with the facts of each case. A lawyer can confirm yours.
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01 · Your filing deadline
What is the deadline in Louisiana?
La. R.S. § 9:5628: 1 year from the act or from discovery, but no later than 3 years from the act. Medical Review Panel required before filing. For minors: no tolling — the same 1-year/3-year rule applies to minors (§ 9:5628(B)). A lawyer can confirm yours.
1 year from discovery; 3-year outer limit; Medical Review Panel required
Source: La. R.S. § 9
Deadlines vary; a lawyer can confirm yours. An older diagnosis or a past filing window does not, by itself, establish whether you have a claim.
02 · Where cases are heard
Where would my case be heard?
Cases from Louisiana can be heard in Orleans Parish Civil District Court. A lawyer can tell you which court fits your case.
Medical facilities in Louisiana
University Medical Center New Orleans — Level I Trauma Center
Tulane Medical Center
How this works nationally
For the overall process and updates, read the Medical malpractice claims: harm and next steps overview. This page covers the local information available for Louisiana.
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- La. R.S. § 9