Alaska · Medical Malpractice
Alaska medical malpractice damage caps and statute of limitations
Refreshed 2026. $250,000 damage cap. 2 years from discovery of injury. Full breakdown below.
Damage caps
AK Stat. § 09.55.549Non-economic damages cap
$250,000
Total damages cap
None
Status
active
Notes
$400,000 cap for wrongful death or severe permanent physical impairment (70%+ disabling). No cap if conduct was reckless or intentional.
Statute of limitations
AK Stat. § 09.10.070Standard SOL
2 years from discovery of injury
Discovery rule
Yes; clock starts when plaintiff knew or should have known of injury
Statute of repose
10 years from act or omission
Minor exception
Tolled during minority; SOL runs from age 18 but subject to repose
Wrongful death SOL
2 years from date of death
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Alaska med-mal FAQ
What is the medical malpractice statute of limitations in Alaska?+
2 years from discovery of injury. Yes; clock starts when plaintiff knew or should have known of injury Statute of repose: 10 years from act or omission. Wrongful death: 2 years from date of death. Source: AK Stat. § 09.10.070.
Does Alaska have a medical malpractice damage cap?+
Non-economic cap: $250,000. $400,000 cap for wrongful death or severe permanent physical impairment (70%+ disabling). No cap if conduct was reckless or intentional. Source: AK Stat. § 09.55.549.
How does Alaska handle the discovery rule in med-mal cases?+
Yes; clock starts when plaintiff knew or should have known of injury
What is the Alaska minor exception for medical malpractice?+
Tolled during minority; SOL runs from age 18 but subject to repose
What is the wrongful death statute of limitations for Alaska medical malpractice?+
2 years from date of death
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This tool is informational. It is not legal advice. Alaska damage caps and statute of limitations periods change frequently. Always verify against current statute and consult a licensed Alaska attorney before relying on a deadline. Data refreshed May 2026.