Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in Illinois

Mental illness and statute of limitations

Eight years ago I suffered a mental illness following surgery. The hospital knew this and the mental health professionals I saw knew this, yet I was continually misdiagnosed to keep the problem hidden. I have lost everything and am currently disabled. Since I was mentally ill and incapable of serving my self interest and the Doctors would not help, can I get around the statute of limitations and if not can I sue the hospital for discrimination.


Asked on 12/05/08, 4:43 pm

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Burton Padove Indiana and Illinois Lawyer, Burton A. Padove

Re: Mental illness and statute of limitations

If you were incompetent, it may be possible to file a malpractice suit if your return to competence was less than two years ago. You have provided no facts indicating that there was discrimination.

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Answered on 12/05/08, 5:21 pm


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