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Medical malpractice claims: harm and next steps in Wisconsin
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| Filing deadline | 3 years from act or discovery; 5-year reposeWis. Stat. § 893.56 |
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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 Wisconsin?
Wis. Stat. § 893.55: the later of 3 years from the injury or 1 year from discovery; the discovery period cannot extend beyond 5 years from the act or omission. Minors: within the § 893.55 period or by the 10th birthday, whichever is later (Wis. Stat. § 893.56). A lawyer can confirm yours.
3 years from act or discovery; 5-year repose
Source: Wis. Stat. § 893.56
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 Wisconsin can be heard in Milwaukee County Circuit Court. A lawyer can tell you which court fits your case.
Medical facilities in Wisconsin
UW Health University Hospital — Level I Trauma Center
Froedtert Hospital — Level I Trauma 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 Wisconsin.
What happens when I check?
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- Wis. Stat. § 893.56