New Hampshire (NH) Medical Malpractice Laws
Everything you need to know about filing a medical malpractice claim in New Hampshire.
Damage Cap
No cap on damages
Statute of Limitations
3 years from the date of the act or omission
Discovery Rule
New Hampshire applies the discovery rule, beginning the statute when the plaintiff discovers or should have discovered the injury and its causal connection to the treatment.
Pre-Filing Requirements
Plaintiffs must submit claims to a pre-litigation screening panel before filing suit.
Average Settlement
$175,000 - $400,000
Average Verdict
$300,000 - $1,000,000
Key Facts About New Hampshire Medical Malpractice Law
- 1New Hampshire requires a mandatory pre-litigation screening panel hearing before filing a medical malpractice suit.
- 2The screening panel's findings are admissible at trial as evidence.
- 3New Hampshire follows a modified comparative negligence system with a 51% bar.
- 4Punitive damages are limited to situations where the defendant's conduct amounts to willful or malicious misconduct.
Need Help with a New Hampshire Medical Malpractice Case?
If you believe you have a medical malpractice claim in New Hampshire, it is important to act quickly. The statute of limitations in New Hampshire is 3 years from the date of the act or omission. Most medical malpractice attorneys offer free initial consultations.