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This bill amends Tennessee's existing law on civil damage awards by increasing the maximum compensation plaintiffs can receive for noneconomic damages. Specifically, the bill raises the standard cap on noneconomic damages (which typically include pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of quality of life) from $750,000 to $1.5 million for most civil cases. For cases involving catastrophic injuries or losses, the maximum noneconomic damages award is increased from $1 million to $2 million. These changes will apply to legal actions that accrue on or after July 1, 2025. The bill modifies Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 29-39-102, which governs damage limits in civil litigation, effectively providing potential for greater financial compensation for plaintiffs who have suffered significant harm. By raising these caps, the legislation aims to ensure that injured parties can receive more comprehensive financial remedies that potentially better reflect the extent of their damages.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0419&ga=114