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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the commencement of medical malpractice actions involving certain children. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 4 of Chapter 260 of the General Laws to provide a specific timeline for medical malpractice actions involving minor children under the age of 18. The bill states that such actions must be commenced within three years of the discovery of the alleged act or omission, but no later than seven years after the injured party's 21st birthday, whichever is sooner. This ensures that minors have a reasonable time frame to file a malpractice claim while also imposing a statute of limitations to provide certainty for healthcare providers.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1382 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1382.pdf |
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