Nursing Home Abuse & Elder Abuse Lawsuit in Maine

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Statute of Limitations

Maine's personal injury SOL is 6 years (14 M.R.S.A. § 752) — the longest in the nation for personal injury claims. Elder abuse claims follow the same 6-year period. Government entity notice requirements under the Maine Tort Claims Act (14 M.R.S.A. § 8101) require 180 days notice before filing suit against a governmental entity.

6 years from date of injury — longest SOL nationally

Maine Data

Exposure in Maine

Source: Maine Department of Health and Human Services, 2024

Source: Maine Health Care Association, 2024

Source: 14 M.R.S.A. § 752

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in Maine

Maine Medical Center — Level I Trauma

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