Bill
Bill > A2083
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Introduced
02/07/2022
02/07/2022
In Committee
02/07/2022
02/07/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill limits the liability of health care providers to an injured plaintiff for pain and suffering, also known as noneconomic damages, to $250,000.
AI Summary
This bill limits the liability of health care providers to an injured plaintiff for pain and suffering, also known as noneconomic damages, to $250,000. It defines "health care provider" to include various licensed medical professionals and facilities, and "professional negligence" as a negligent act or omission by a health care provider that is the proximate cause of a personal injury or wrongful death. The bill applies to all medical malpractice actions accruing on or after the effective date.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 02/07/2022)
Official Document
bill text
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A2083 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A2500/2083_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A2500/2083_I1.PDF |
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