How long do I have to file a medical malpractice claim in Georgia?

How long do I have to file a medical malpractice claim in Georgia?

Under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-71, you generally have two years from the date you discovered or should have discovered the surgical error. There is also a five-year statute of repose for most cases. These deadlines are strictly enforced by Georgia courts, and missing them can permanently eliminate your right to compensation. Because many patients do not discover wrong-site errors until after a second surgery reveals the mistake, the discovery rule is important. Contact Haug Barron Law Group immediately to protect your rights.