Connecticut

Nursing Home Negligence

Statute of Limitations

  • 2 years from date of act or discovery. (§52-584 – Limitation of action for injury to person or property caused by negligence, misconduct, or malpractice.)
  • Medical malpractice – 2 years from date of injury or discovery.
    (§52-584 – Limitation of action for injury to person or property caused by negligence, misconduct, or malpractice.)

Damages Cap

  • None.

Wrongful Death

Statute of Limitations

  • 2 years from date of death. (§52-555 – Actions for injuries resulting in death.)

Damages Cap

  • None.

Nursing Home Care State Law

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