Maine (ME) Medical Malpractice Laws
Everything you need to know about filing a medical malpractice claim in Maine.
Damage Cap
No cap on damages
Statute of Limitations
3 years from the date of the act or omission
Discovery Rule
Maine applies the discovery rule, tolling the statute until the patient discovers or should have discovered the injury, but subject to a general statute of repose.
Pre-Filing Requirements
Plaintiffs must submit claims to a pre-litigation screening panel, which issues advisory findings.
Average Settlement
$175,000 - $400,000
Average Verdict
$275,000 - $900,000
Key Facts About Maine Medical Malpractice Law
- 1Maine requires a mandatory pre-litigation screening panel review before a malpractice case may proceed to court.
- 2The screening panel's findings are not binding but may be introduced as evidence at trial.
- 3Maine follows a modified comparative fault system with a 50% bar.
- 4Punitive damages are generally not available in Maine except in limited circumstances involving malice.
Need Help with a Maine Medical Malpractice Case?
If you believe you have a medical malpractice claim in Maine, it is important to act quickly. The statute of limitations in Maine is 3 years from the date of the act or omission. Most medical malpractice attorneys offer free initial consultations.