State

Statutes of Limitation

Limits on Damage Awards

Pre-trial Screening and Arbitration

Wyoming

§1.3.107. 2 years from injury or reasonable discovery. Minors: until age 18 or within 2 years, whichever is later. Legal disability: 1 year from removal.

§97.3.027.  Limits prohibited.

2004 ballot measure to institute non-economic damage limits rejected by voters.

§9.2.1506. Medical Review Panel to review all malpractice claims and render decision prior to claim being submitted to court.

Wyoming Ballot, 2004 Election. Legislative referendum adopted. Allows legislature to create statutes requiring alternative dispute resolution or panel review prior to filing malpractice lawsuits.

Joint and Several Liability

Expert Witnesses

Wyoming Malpractice Attorney Fees

Patient Compensation or Stabilization Fund

§1.1.109. Defendants are proportionally liable according to percentage of fault for damages awarded.

No provisions.

Ct. Rules, R. 5. Recovery $1 million or less: 1/3 if claim settled prior to 60 days after filing; 40% if settled after 60 days or judgment; 30% over $1 million.

§26.33.105. Medical Liability Compensation Fund to provide malpractice insurance coverage in event of cause of action. Participating physicians pay surcharge.