Q: Am I still eligible if I’m past the statute of limitations?
In Wisconsin, most personal injury cases, including abortion-related injuries, must generally be filed within 3 years from the date of the injury. In medical-related cases, the law also allows filing within one year from the date the injury was discovered (or should have been discovered), but no more than 5 years from when the procedure or harm occurred.
Importantly, exceptions may apply if coercion, assault, or fraud was involved, or if you only recently discovered the harm. These rules can be complicated, so the best way to know if your case can still move forward is to speak directly with an attorney. Even if you believe too much time has passed, don’t rule yourself out; many women are still eligible to file.