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NJ A284

NJ A284
Caps noneconomic damages in medical malpractice actions at $250,000.


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Introduced
01/09/2018
In Committee
01/09/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2020

Introduced Session

2018-2019 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 for pain and suffering, also known as noneconomic damages, to $250,000 in medical malpractice actions. 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 actions accruing on or after the effective date.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee (on 01/09/2018)

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