South Dakota Statute of Limitations

Wrongful Death

Except in cases of medical malpractice, wrongful death actions must be filed within in three years of the date of death. In cases where the action is based upon medical malpractice, suit must be filed within two years of the date of death.

Personal Injury Actions

Personal injury actions must be brought within three years of the date that the injury occurred.

Medical Malpractice Actions

Actions against health care providers must be filed within two years of the date that the act giving rise to the injury occurred. The minority rules apply with regard to medical malpractice claims.

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 the injury was, or should have been, discovered.

Special Rules for Minors

Except in cases of medical malpractice or wrongful death, the statute of limitations is tolled until the minor’s 18th birthday, but an action cannot be brought more than one year after the minor’s 18th birthday.

Workers' Compensation

A workers' compensation claim must be filed within two years from the date the employer/insurer notifies the employee and the South Dakota Department of Labor, in writing, of the denial of a claim, in whole or in part.

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