The statute of limitations for Pennsylvania medical malpractice claims is two years from when the patient “discovers or reasonably should have discovered that the injury occurred.” If the case occurred after March 2002, the injured party has up to seven years from the medically negligent act to file a lawsuit.
Therefore, if the injured person discovers the injury more than seven years after the negligent act or omission occurred, the patient cannot file a lawsuit against the medical provider. If you miss the deadline, you’ve lost your chance to pursue compensation, no matter how severe the harm.