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People's Justice Legal Research Team
Statute of Limitations
Maine's personal injury SOL is 6 years (14 M.R.S.A. § 752) — the longest in the nation for personal injury claims. Elder abuse claims follow the same 6-year period. Government entity notice requirements under the Maine Tort Claims Act (14 M.R.S.A. § 8101) require 180 days notice before filing suit against a governmental entity.
6 years from date of injury — longest SOL nationally
Maine Data
Exposure in Maine
Source: Maine Department of Health and Human Services, 2024
Source: Maine Health Care Association, 2024
Source: 14 M.R.S.A. § 752
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