Michigan Jury Instruction — 1.3 Medical Malpractice Claim Against Hospital And Physician Statute Of Limitations Defense provides guidance to jurors regarding the statute of limitations defense in a medical malpractice claim against a hospital and physician in Michigan. This instruction outlines the time limits within which a lawsuit must be filed, ensuring fairness and legal compliance in such cases. The Michigan Jury Instruction — 1.3 informs jurors about the specific time frame within which a plaintiff must initiate legal action for a medical malpractice claim against a hospital and physician. This instruction aims to educate jurors on the importance of adhering to the statute of limitations and the impact it has on the validity of a claim. Keywords: Michigan Jury Instruction, medical malpractice claim, hospital, physician, statute of limitations defense, time limits, lawsuit, legal action, fairness, compliance, validity. Different types of Michigan Jury Instruction — 1.3 Medical Malpractice Claim Against Hospital And Physician Statute of Limitations Defense may include variations based on the specific circumstances of the case, such as: 1. "Michigan Jury Instruction — 1.3.1 Medical Malpractice Claim Against Hospital And Physician Statute Of Limitations Defense for Delayed Discovery Cases": This instruction would cover situations where the plaintiff only discovered the malpractice at a later date after the expiration of the standard statute of limitations. 2. "Michigan Jury Instruction — 1.3.2 Medical Malpractice Claim Against Hospital And Physician Statute Of Limitations Defense for Minors": This instruction would address cases involving minor plaintiffs and highlight any applicable exceptions and procedural adjustments related to the statute of limitations. 3. "Michigan Jury Instruction — 1.3.3 Medical Malpractice Claim Against Hospital And Physician Statute Of Limitations Defense for Fraud or Concealment": This instruction would pertain to cases where the defendant intentionally concealed or fraudulently withheld information, preventing the plaintiff from discovering the malpractice within the specified time frame. 4. "Michigan Jury Instruction — 1.3.4 Medical Malpractice Claim Against Hospital And Physician Statute Of Limitations Defense for Continuous Treatment": This instruction would cover situations where the plaintiff received ongoing and continuous treatment from the defendant, potentially extending the statute of limitations due to the continuous nature of the medical relationship. These variations ensure that jurors understand the nuances of the statute of limitations defense, providing a fair and accurate assessment of the case at hand.