SB972 - Allows a court to enter a remittitur order or increase the jury award in an action against a health care provider for medical malpractice

SB 972

Allows a court to enter a remittitur order or increase the jury award in an action against a health care provider for medical malpractice

Sponsor:

Kehoe

LR Number:

6304S.01I

Committee:

Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence

Last Action:

4/7/2014 - Hearing Conducted S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

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Effective Date:

August 28, 2014

Current Bill Summary

SB 972 - This act allows a court to enter a remittitur order or increase the jury award in an action against a health care provider for medical malpractice resulting in wrongful death or personal injury if the court finds that the jury's verdict either excessive or inadequate.

JESSICA BAKER

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