Alaska's Statute of Limitations

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Alaska's Statute of Limitations


Wrongful Death
A cause of action for wrongful death accrues on the date of death and must be filed within two years of that date.

Personal Injury Actions
Personal Injury Actions must be filed within two years of the date of the injury. In Alaska, Personal Injury Actions include medical malpractice and product liability claims. Alaska has a "discovery rule" that tolls the limitations period. Under that rule, the statute of limitations begins to run when the injured person discovers, or should have discovered, the existence of the cause of action.

Special Rules for Minors
Except in cases of wrongful death, in Alaska, the statute of limitations begins to run on the minor’s 18th birthday.