New Mexico's Statute of Limitations

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New Mexico's Statute of Limitations

Wrongful Death
A wrongful death action must be brought within three years of the date of death.

Personal Injury Actions
Personal Injury Actions must be brought within three years of the date of the injury.

Medical Malpractice Actions
Actions against health-care providers must be filed within three years of the date that the act giving rise to the injury occurred.

Products Liability Actions
Products liability actions must be brought within three years after the plaintiff suffers the injury or within three years of the date that the plaintiff discovered, or should have discovered, the injury.

Special Rules for Minors
Except in cases of wrongful death, minors have one year from the date of their 18th birthday to file suit.