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Last reviewed: June 12, 2026How we research
Last reviewed against primary sources: June 12, 2026
Statute of Limitations
Maine personal injury SOL: 6 years (14 M.R.S. § 752). Minor tolling: SOL tolled until age 18, then 6-year SOL runs — child's claim expires at age 24 (14 M.R.S. § 853). Wrongful death: 2 years from death (18-C M.R.S. § 2-807). Maine follows modified comparative fault — 50% bar. Discovery rule recognized.
Age 24 for surviving minor's personal injury claim; 2 years from death for wrongful death
Maine Data
Exposure in Maine
Source: 14 M.R.S. § 752
Source: MaineHealth
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