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NJ A2083

NJ A2083
Caps noneconomic damages in medical malpractice actions at $250,000.


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Introduced
02/07/2022
In Committee
02/07/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

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