Connecticut · Medical Malpractice
Connecticut medical malpractice damage caps and statute of limitations
Refreshed 2026. No cap damage cap. 2 years from discovery of injury. Full breakdown below.
Damage caps
No statuteNon-economic damages cap
None
Total damages cap
None
Status
no cap
Notes
No damage cap enacted.
Statute of limitations
CT Gen. Stat. § 52-584Standard SOL
2 years from discovery of injury
Discovery rule
Yes; clock starts from when injury was discovered or should have been discovered
Statute of repose
3 years from act or omission
Minor exception
Tolled during minority; SOL begins at age 18 but subject to repose
Wrongful death SOL
2 years from date of death
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Connecticut med-mal FAQ
What is the medical malpractice statute of limitations in Connecticut?+
2 years from discovery of injury. Yes; clock starts from when injury was discovered or should have been discovered Statute of repose: 3 years from act or omission. Wrongful death: 2 years from date of death. Source: CT Gen. Stat. § 52-584.
Does Connecticut have a medical malpractice damage cap?+
No. Connecticut has not enacted a medical malpractice damage cap. No damage cap enacted.
How does Connecticut handle the discovery rule in med-mal cases?+
Yes; clock starts from when injury was discovered or should have been discovered
What is the Connecticut minor exception for medical malpractice?+
Tolled during minority; SOL begins at age 18 but subject to repose
What is the wrongful death statute of limitations for Connecticut medical malpractice?+
2 years from date of death
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This tool is informational. It is not legal advice. Connecticut damage caps and statute of limitations periods change frequently. Always verify against current statute and consult a licensed Connecticut attorney before relying on a deadline. Data refreshed May 2026.