Asbestos / Mesothelioma Lawsuit in New Mexico

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Statute of Limitations

New Mexico Statutes § 37-1-8 provides a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. New Mexico courts apply the discovery rule for latent asbestos diseases from date of mesothelioma diagnosis. New Mexico uses pure comparative fault, favorable to plaintiffs.

3 years from diagnosis

New Mexico Data

Exposure in New Mexico

Source: New Mexico Cancer Registry 2024

Source: NIOSH New Mexico Occupational Data

Source: N.M.S.A. § 37-1-8

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in New Mexico

UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center