Washington Code 7.70.110 – Mandatory mediation of health care claims — Tolling statute of limitations
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The making of a written, good faith request for mediation of a dispute related to damages for injury occurring as a result of health care prior to filing a cause of action under this chapter shall toll the statute of limitations provided in RCW 4.16.350 for one year.
NOTES:
Findings—Intent—1993 c 492: See notes following RCW 43.20.050.
Terms Used In Washington Code 7.70.110
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Statute of limitations: A law that sets the time within which parties must take action to enforce their rights.