How Long Do I Have to File a Misdiagnosis Lawsuit?

In Illinois, injured patients have two years from the date they learned of, or should have learned of, the medical misdiagnosis to file a claim for compensation. This time limit is known as the statute of limitations, and if you fail to file within this time, you may forfeit any right to compensation. Two years is not a lot of time to file a claim. Prior to filing, an attorney will need to conduct a full investigation, gather evidence, and speak to experts. This all takes time. So it is important that you speak to a lawyer as soon as possible.