What is the time limit to file a law suit for a wrongful death in the U.S.?
Question Details: Wrongful death by a hospital.. the victim was given the wrong blood type. He was 62 years old but this happened 10 years ago. Is it still possible to file a law suit?
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The time limits vary by state but for New York a wrongful death action must be filed within 2 years from the date of death.
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