Can you sue for medical negligence after 3 years in California?

No, generally you cannot sue for medical negligence after 3 years in California. Under California law, a medical malpractice claim must usually be filed within 1 year of discovering the injury or within 3 years from the date of the injury—whichever comes first. After this time, the court will typically dismiss the case. However, limited exceptions may apply, such as fraud, concealment, or if a foreign object was left in the body.

Yes, that’s correct. Just to add, California’s statute of limitations for medical malpractice can be complex in certain situations. For example, in cases involving minors or delayed discovery of injury, the timeline may differ. It’s always best to consult an experienced medical malpractice attorney to evaluate the specific facts of a case before assuming you’re out of time."