South Carolina Medical Malpractice Law at a Glance
Statute of Limitations
3 years from discovery, 6-year repose
Discovery Rule
3 years from discovery
Damage Cap
~$600,000
Key Statute
SC medical malpractice law
State-specific statutes and case law govern filing deadlines and damage limitations.
Filing Exceptions & Tolling Provisions in South Carolina
The following exceptions may extend or modify the standard filing deadline in South Carolina:
- Notice of intent + expert affidavit
- Minors: tolled, 7-year cap
- Foreign object: 2 years from discovery
Medical Malpractice in South Carolina
No notable verdicts are currently in our database for South Carolina. This does not mean cases are not being filed — South Carolina has an active medical malpractice docket. Contact us for information about recent cases in your jurisdiction.
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