Statue of limitations decrease for medical malpractice claims

This bill (SF 3489) shortens the time limit for filing medical malpractice lawsuits in Minnesota from four years to two years after the injury occurs. It also caps noneconomic damages (for pain, suffering, and inconvenience) at $500,000 per case and restricts judgments against healthcare providers' personal income or assets unless the provider acted willfully/maliciously or lacked $1 million in insurance coverage. The changes apply to lawsuits filed on or after August 1, 2025, directly affecting patients seeking compensation and healthcare providers facing liability. Key provisions include the reduced filing deadline, damage limits, and asset protection rules for providers.