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Last reviewed against primary sources: March 2, 2026
Statute of Limitations
Mississippi imposes a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims (Miss. Code Ann. § 15-1-49). The discovery rule applies. Mississippi courts apply Daubert reliability standards for expert testimony under M.R.E. 702. Mississippi's 3-year SOL is more favorable than the 2-year period in most states, giving claimants additional time to consult counsel.
3 years from date of cancer diagnosis discovery (Daubert expert standard)
Exposure in Mississippi
Source: U.S. Census Bureau / Mississippi DHHS 2024
Source: Miss. Code Ann. § 15-1-49